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

The meeting was called to order at 5:00 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 Cedric Hicks, Sr.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Jawane Hilton

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Jim Dear

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Arleen Rojas

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; Michael Whittiker, Jr., Director of Community Services; Dr. Arlington Rodgers, Jr., Director of Public Works; William Jefferson, Director of Finance; Gary Carter, Director of Information Technology and Security; and Josh Boudreaux, Director of Human Resources

FLAG SALUTE

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Rojas led the Pledge of Allegiance.

INVOCATION (Item 1)

1. PASTOR MIKE EALEY FROM PREVAILING IN CHRIST MINISTRIES- 5:03 PM

Pastor Mike Ealey 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 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: No reportable action was taken.

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 title of such litigation is as follows Veronica Alvarez v. City of Carson, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 23STCV24827.

ACTION: No reportable action was taken.

4. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR (CITY COUNCIL)

— A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code Section 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: Item was not considered.

5. 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.

6. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (CITY COUNCIL)

- A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8, to enable the City to consider negotiations with Theresa Sardisco, with whom the City is negotiating, and to give direction to its negotiator David C. Roberts, Jr., City Manager, regarding that certain real property known as 24205 Avalon Boulevard, Carson, CA 90745, APN: 7406-017-035. The City's real property negotiator will seek direction from the City Council regarding price and terms of payment for the property.

ACTION: Item was not considered.

At 10:06 P.M., City/Agency/Authority Attorney Soltani reported that there was no reportable action 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 5:05 P.M. by Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes to Closed Session.

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

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

4. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR (CITY COUNCIL)-

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

6. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (CITY COUNCIL)

RULES OF DECORUM:

The Rules of Decorum recording was presented earlier in the meeting.

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

The meeting was reconvened at 6:05 P.M. by Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes with all members previously noted present.

REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS (CITY ATTORNEY)

City/Agency/Authority Attorney Soltani provided the Closed Session Report.

INTRODUCTIONS (MAYOR) (Item 7)

7. REPORT FROM CAPTAIN NORMAN OF CARSON SHERIFF'S STATION- 7:52 PM

Item No. 7 was heard after Item No. 10.

(Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton exited the meeting at 7:50 P.M. and reentered the meeting at 7:53 P.M.)

Captain Norman summarized the recent law enforcement activities and gave a crime report.

PRESENTATIONS (Items 8-14)

8. PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER AS PROSTATE CANCER AWARNESS MONTH - 7:35 PM

Item No. 8 was heard after Item No. 11.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Hicks, Sr. read and presented a Proclamation to Stacy Graham, Executive Director of Operations, Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center, who offered words of gratitude accompanied by Dr. Faisel Ahmed, who also offered words of gratitude. He also presented a Proclamation to Ryan Ferguson, Manager in Government and Community Relations, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, who offered words of gratitude.

9. PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER AS HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH - 7:38 PM

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Rojas recognized Racquel Beltran, President of Asociacion Cultural Los Angeles (ACLA), read, and presented her with a Proclamation who accepted with words of gratitude.

10. PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER AS NATIONAL EMERGENCY PREP MONTH -

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton read and presented a Proclamation to Kaitlin Sanchez, Public Safety Manager, who offered words of gratitude, alongside Stephanie Cardona, Emergency Management Specialist, from the Public Safety Department.

11. CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION TO DAVID GAMBOA - 7:19 PM

Item No. 11 was heard after Item No. 12.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes recognized David Gamboa and presented him a Certificate of Recognition in honor of his service at California State University Dominguez Hills (CSUDH). He offered words of gratitude. CSUDH President, Dr. Parham offered comments.

12. CARSON HEROES AWARD - 6:11 PM

Item No. 12 was heard after Item No. 14.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes announced the Carson Heroes Program.

Staff presented a video of the 2025 City of Carson Heroes.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes recognized Deputy Lisandra Vega, Public Safety Commissioner Randy Brown, Captain Bryan Dome, Deputy Brittney Hernandez and presented each with a Carson Hero Award who all offered words of gratitude.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton recognized Dr. Vergie Seymore and presented her with a Carson Hero Award who accepted with words of gratitude.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear recognized Myrna Ronquillo and presented her with a Carson Hero Award who accepted with words of gratitude. He also recognized Richard Hernandez and presented his son Michael Hernandez with a Carson Hero Award on his behalf and accepted with words of gratitude.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Hicks, Sr. recognized Pastor Michael Ealey, First Lady Andrea Ealey, and Coach Michael Kunipo Aguirre and presented each with a Carson Hero Award who offered words of gratitude.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Rojas recognized Gloryanne Payo-Jugo and presented her with a Carson Hero Award who offered words of gratitude.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton recognized Council Member Rojas and presented her with a surprise Carson Hero Award who offered words of gratitude.

13. HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION UPDATE

Item No. 13 was heard after approval of the Consent items.

Jessica Ramos, Vice Chair, Human Relations Commission, thanked the Mayor, City Council, Assistant City Manager, Dr. Lennox, Community Services Department, and the community for their continuous support of the Rising Star Event and announced the next Rising Star Essay Contest Luncheon on Saturday, February 21, 2026. She gave an update of the commission activities and thanked Council Aide Cac Le for her support as well.

14. VIDEO PRESENTATION ON OPERATION CARSON CARES-

Item No. 14 was heard after the Closed Session Report.

Staff presented a video on Operation Carson Cares.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes offered comments.

Director Whittiker, Jr. offered comments.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear offered comments.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes recognized Pastor Michael Ealey, First Lady Andrea Ealey, and Bishop William Todd Ervin Sr. for their leadership and compassion through the Operation Carson Cares initiative and presented each with a Certificate of Recognition. Pastor Michael Ealey and Bishop William Todd Ervin Sr. accepted with words of gratitude.

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

None.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Items 15-16)

15. APPROVAL OF THE FOLLOWING CARSON CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES - AUGUST 5, 2025 (REGULAR)- 7:57 PM

Item No. 15 was heard after Item No. 7.

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. APPROVE the minutes as listed.

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

16. APPROVAL OF THE 2014 BACKLOG OF CARSON CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES - 7:58 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. APPROVE the minutes as listed.

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

CONSENT (Items 17-39)

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes requested to remove Items No. 23 and 24 for discussion.

Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr. requested to remove Items No. 33, 35, and 37 for discussion.

Consent Items No. 17-39 were approved except for Items No. 23, 24, 33, 35, and 37.

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

17. CONSIDER A REPORT OF ALL NEW BUSINESS LICENSES ISSUED BY THE CITY OF CARSON FOR THE PERIOD JULY 1, 2025, THROUGH JULY 31, 2025 (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:58 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. RECEIVE and FILE this report.

ACTION: Item No. 17 was approved on Consent.

18. CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 25-099, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $15,709,274.92, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS 266, 180613 THROUGH 180955 FOR GENERAL DEMAND AND THE AMOUNT OF $6,775.00, CHECK NUMBER 1297 FOR CO-OP AGREEMENT DEMANDS (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:58 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 25-099, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $15,709,274.92, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS 266, 180613 THROUGH 180955 FOR GENERAL DEMAND AND THE AMOUNT OF $6,775.00, CHECK NUMBER 1297 FOR CO-OP AGREEMENT DEMANDS".

ACTION: Item No. 18 was approved on Consent.

19. CONSIDER AN UPDATE ON CITY COMMISSIONS (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:58 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. RECEIVE and FILE this report.

ACTION: Item No. 19 was approved on Consent.

20. CONSIDER AN UPDATE ON CITY PROJECTS (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:58 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. RECEIVE and FILE this report.

ACTION: Item No. 20 was approved on Consent.

21. CONSIDER TAKING A POSITION OF "OPPOSE UNLESS AMENDED" AND SENDING A CORRESPONDING LETTER REGARDING SENATE BILL 364 (STRICKLAND) (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:58 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. TAKE a position of OPPOSE UNLESS AMENDED for Senate Bill 364 (Strickland) and DIRECT staff to transmit a corresponding letter.

ACTION: Item No. 21 was approved on Consent.

22. CONSIDER TAKING A POSITION OF SUPPORT AND SENDING A CORRESPONDING LETTER REGARDING THE REAUTHORIZATION AND IMPROVEMENT OF CALIFORNIA'S CAP & TRADE PROGRAM (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:58 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. TAKE a position of SUPPORT for the reauthorization and improvement of California's Cap & Trade Program and DIRECT staff to transmit a corresponding letter.

ACTION: Item No. 22 was approved on Consent.

23. CONSIDER AN UPDATED STANDARD MANAGEMENT PROCEDURE 2.11 FOR EVENT ATTENDANCE AND REPORTING (CITY COUNCIL)

** Item was Removed from Consent

Item No. 23 was heard after Oral Communications for Matters Not Listed on the Agenda (Members of the Public).

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes requested to remove Item No. 23 from Consent for discussion.

City Manager Roberts, Jr. presented the details of this item of updates to the travel SMP which will be given to the City Clerk.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes requested a mid-size vehicle be added to the travel policy with the option of driving or flying.

Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr. agreed with the Mayor reserving a mid-size vehicle and the importance of staying at a host hotel. He referred to the delay of booking a hotel with staff requiring the agenda of conferences and training sessions which often times is not immediately available. City Manager Roberts, Jr. stated it is a staff issue and not a policy issue.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes reiterated Council sets the policy and staff implements the policy.

Director Jefferson addressed the Finance Department conference registration/travel process.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton echoed the Mayor's sentiments.

City/Agency/Authority Treasurer Cooper inquired if the per diem will be applied universally. City Manager Roberts, Jr. responded the travel policy would apply universally to City Council and staff.

City Manager Roberts, Jr. discussed a smoother registration and travel process for City Council and staff.

City/Agency/Authority Attorney Soltani referred to the statute travel policy language.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear referred to Section V. Fiscal Impact of the staff report which he felt should be stated clearly.

Discussion ensued regarding per diem and/or reimbursement.

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. APPROVE the proposed updated SMP 2.11

ACTION: It was moved to approve staff recommendation, as amended with City Council recommendations, on motion of Mayor Davis-Holmes.

City/Agency/Authority Attorney Soltani clarified the motion to approve the SMP revisions with the addition that the City Manager read into the record the physical conditions require an upgrade or change of seat that would be accommodated as well and change the per diem for meals to $115 ($25 for breakfast, $35 for lunch and $55 for dinner) per day and keep the language if the conference provides lunch (meal) will be deducted, however, if necessary, if missed lunch (meal) must show receipt for reimbursement, not to exceed the per diem amounts, with no objection heard.

The motion was seconded by Council Member, Dr. Hilton after the City Attorney's clarification of the motion which was accepted by the maker of the motion resulting in 4-0-1-0-0 Abstained by Council Member Dear.

24. CONSIDER ADOPTING MULTIPLE RESOLUTIONS REALIGNING SUPERVISION OF DEPARTMENTS WITH PROPOSED NEW AND UPDATED JOB SPECIFICATIONS TO IMPROVE EFFECIENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACROSS OPERATIONAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INTERNAL SERVICE WORK-GROUPS IN THE CITY (CITY COUNCIL)- 9:07 PM

** Item was Removed from Consent

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes requested to remove Item No. 24 from Consent for discussion.

Assistant City Manager, Dr. Lennox requested the recommended Items 2 and 3 be continued to a future meeting and the balance to remain for consideration. He noted there are two Items 4 printed on the numbering recommendations and should be sequential Items 1 through 9.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes requested to bring back the entire item and asked if it is time sensitive. Assistant City Manager, Dr. Lennox stated the balance of the items are time sensitive except for Items 2 and 3.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton asked why Items 2 and 3 needed to come back. Assistant City Manager, Dr. Lennox replied that the union would like to have more time to work with staff on the two job specifications and there are no issues with the union on the remainder of the items. Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton asked if they are union positions. Assistant City Manager, Dr. Lennox replied that the positions are union represented at other agencies and the union would like to provide additional feedback on the job specifications.

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. APPROVE the City Manager's realignment of departmental supervision with proposed new and updated job specifications to improve efficiency and supervision across operational and administrative internal service workgroups in the City; and

— 2. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 25-100, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN, RESOLUTION NO. 77-111, BY ADOPTING A NEW JOB CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION AND SALARY ALLOCATION FOR MULTIMEDIA MANAGER"; and

— 3. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 25-101, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN, RESOLUTION NO. 77-111, BY ADOPTING A NEW JOB CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION AND SALARY ALLOCATION FOR MULTIMEDIA PRODUCER"; and

— 4. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 25-102, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN, RESOLUTION NO. 77-111, BY ADOPTING A NEW JOB CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION AND SALARY ALLOCATION FOR GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS OFFICER"; and

— 4. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 25-103, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN, RESOLUTION NO. 77-111, BY ADOPTING A NEW JOB CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION AND SALARY ALLOCATION FOR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE CARSON RECLAMATION AUTHORITY"; and

— 5. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 25-104, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN, RESOLUTION NO. 77-111, BY ADOPTING A NEW JOB CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION AND SALARY ALLOCATION FOR EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT (CARSON RECLAMATION AUTHORITY)"; and

— 6. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 25-105, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN, RESOLUTION NO. 77-111, BY AMENDING AND RESTATING THE JOB CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION AND SALARY ALLOCATION FOR DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT"; and

— 7. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 25-106, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN, RESOLUTION NO. 77-111, BY AMENDING AND RESTATING THE JOB CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION AND SALARY ALLOCATION FOR DEPUTY CITY MANAGER"; and

— 8. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 25-107, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING THE SALARY AND BENEFITS FOR UNCLASSIFIED MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES EFFECTIVE July 1, 2024, AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 25-040".

ACTION: Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes continued the entire item to the next meeting with no objection heard.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear asked why the union wanted more time and the name of the bargaining unit. Assistant City Manager, Dr. Lennox replied because the titles changed and would like to ensure no other changes and the union in question is AFSCME 1017.

25. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF THE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT AND RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS BETWEEN MARIA ELANA WILLIAMS-SLAUGHTER AND CITY OF CARSON (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:58 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. APPROVE the Settlement Agreement and Release of All Claims between Plaintiff Maria Williams-Slaughter and City of Carson; and

— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute the Agreement.

ACTION: Item No. 25 was approved on Consent.

26. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF THE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT AND RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS BETWEEN SANTIAGO GARCIA, JR. AND CITY OF CARSON (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:58 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. APPROVE the Settlement Agreement and Release of All Claims between SANTIAGO GARCIA JR. and City of Carson

— 2. AUTHORIZE City Manager to execute the Agreement.

ACTION: Item No. 26 was approved on Consent.

27. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE DESTRUCTION OF SPECIFIED CITY RECORDS WITHIN THE CITY CLERK’S OFFICE- 7:58 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 25-095, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE DESTRUCTION OF SPECIFIED CITY RECORDS WITHIN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE".

ACTION: Item No. 27 was approved on Consent.

28. CONSIDER MONTHLY INVESTMENT AND CASH REPORT FOR THE CITY OF CARSON, CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY, CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY-MONTH ENDING JULY 31, 2025 (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:58 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. RECEIVE and FILE.

ACTION: Item No. 28 was approved on Consent.

29. CONSIDER (1) APPROVING A PUBLIC WORKS AGREEMENT WITH MCWIL SPORTS SURFACES INC. FOR REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE GYM FLOORING AT VETERANS SPORTS COMPLEX; (2) APPROVING A PURCHASE ORDER WITH MCWIL SPORTS SURFACES INC. FOR THE GYM FLOORING MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES, FUNDED BY LOS ANGELES COUNTY MEASURE A ANNUAL ALLOCATION; AND (3) ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO 25-083 AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025/2026 BUDGET (CITY COUNCIL) - 7:58 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. APPROVE the Public Works Agreement between the City of Carson and McWil Sports Surfaces Inc. for an amount not-to-exceed of $171,920.00 (Exhibit No. 3); and

— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute the Public Works Agreement following approval as to form by the City Attorney; and

— 3. APPROVE the Purchase Order issued to McWil Sports Surfaces Inc. for an amount not to exceed $164,765 procured under CMC Section 2611(g) (Cooperative Purchasing bidding exemption) and Sourcewell Contract #031022-GER; and

— 4. AUTHORIZE the City Manager or designee to submit and execute all documents necessary to ensure and obtain RPOSD reimbursement to the City for the Public Works Agreement and Purchase Order out of the Proposition A Annual Allocation grant funding; and

— 5. ADOPT Resolution No. 25-083, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CARSON CITY COUNCIL AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND AND SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS" (Exhibit No. 5).

ACTION: Item No. 29 was approved on Consent.

30. CONSIDER AUTHORIZING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CITY OF CARSON ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) CHARGING WALLET PILOT PROGRAM (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:58 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. APPROVE and AUTHORIZE staff to implement the Program and open the application window.

— 2. AUTHORIZE staff to process up to $86,900 in incentives for approved applicants.

ACTION: Item No. 30 was approved on Consent.

31. CONSIDER AWARD OF CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENTS FOR ON-CALL ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING SERVICES TO SEVEN FIRMS - 7:58 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. AWARD an agreement for on-call environmental services to Albert A. Webb Associates, for five years, in the amount of $1,250,000.

— 2. AWARD an agreement for on-call environmental services to Catalyst Environmental Solutions Corp., for five years, in the amount of $1,250,000.

— 3. AWARD an agreement for on-call environmental services to Environmental Science Associates (ESA), for five years, in the amount of $1,250,000.

— 4. AWARD an agreement for on-call environmental services to FirstCarbon Solutions (FCS) International Inc., for five years, in the amount of $1,250,000.

— 5. AWARD an agreement for on-call environmental services to Michael Baker International, for five years, in the amount of $1,250,000.

— 6. AWARD an agreement for on-call environmental services to MRS International, for five years, in the amount of $1,250,000.

— 7. AWARD an agreement for on-call environmental services to T&B Planning, Inc., for five years, in the amount of $1,250,000.

— 8. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute the agreements, following approval as to form by the City Attorney.

ACTION: Item No. 31 was approved on Consent.

32. CONSIDER A CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH "WE THE CREATIVE" FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MARKETING PLAN, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $121,480 (CITY COUNCIL).- 7:58 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. APPROVE A Contractual Services Agreement with "We the Creative" for the development and implementation of an Economic Development Marketing Plan, in an amount not to exceed $121,480, in a form acceptable to the City Attorney.

ACTION: Item No. 32 was approved on Consent.

33. CONSIDER AWARDING A PURCHASE ORDER TO NATIONAL AUTO FLEET GROUP OF WATSONVILLE CA, FOR THE PURCHASE OF TWO NEW 2026 FORD SUPER DUTY F-550 XL REGULAR CAB GRAFFITI TRUCKS FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT (CITY COUNCIL)- 9:11 PM

** Item was Removed from Consent

Item No. 33 was heard after Item No. 24.

Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr. requested to remove this item from Consent for discussion to notify the residents that the graffiti issue is being addressed.

Director, Dr. Rodgers, Jr. shared that with the addition of these two trucks, there will be a total of four graffiti trucks dedicated to the graffiti trucks and will be built within six months.

Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr. asked if there will be additional staff to man these trucks or are these additional trucks for back up. Director, Dr. Rodgers, Jr. replied that staff will ensure the four trucks will be operable to eradicate graffiti.

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. AWARD and APPROVE the Purchase Order to National Auto Fleet Group of Watsonville CA, for the purchase of two (2) 2026 Ford Super Duty F-550 regular cab graffiti trucks for $373,523.30

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

34. CONSIDER APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 9 TO THE CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH JOHN M. CRUIKSHANK CONSULTANTS INC., TO PROVIDE ON-CALL ENGINEERING SERVICES TO THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS, ENGINEERING DIVISION AND ADOPT RESOLUTION 25-088, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CARSON CITY COUNCIL AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND AND SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:58 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. APPROVE Amendment No. 9 to the Contract Services Agreement with JMC2 to provide On-Call Engineering Services, increasing the contract by $350,000.00 for a new not-to-exceed amount of $1,300,000 and extending the term by one (1) additional year until June 30, 2027. (Exhibit No. 1).

— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 9 to the On-Call Consultant Agreement with JMC2 following approval as to form by the City Attorney.

— 3. ADOPT Resolution 25-088, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CARSON CITY COUNCIL AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND AND SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS." (Exhibit No. 2)

ACTION: Item No. 34 was approved on Consent.

35. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH AYCE CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC. TO PROVIDE DESIGN SERVICES TO PREPARE THE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND ESTIMATES (PS&E) FOR UNIVERSITY DRIVE STREET IMPROVEMENT FROM AVALON BLVD TO WILMINGTON AVENUE - PROJECT NO. 1753 [FEDERAL AID PROJECT NO. STPL-5403(033)] (CITY COUNCIL)- 9:14 PM

** Item was Removed from Consent

Item No. 35 will be heard after Item No. 33.

Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr. requested to remove this item from Consent for discussion to notify the residents on the topic since this is a big issue.

City Engineer Gilbert Marquez presented the details of the staff report.

Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr. asked about the timeline. City Engineer Gilbert Marquez and Director, Dr. Rodgers, Jr. responded to his question.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton and City/Agency/Authority Attorney Soltani stepped away briefly and returned to the dais.

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. APPROVE a Contract Services Agreement with AYCE Consulting Engineers, Inc. for the preparation of construction plans, specifications, and estimates for Project No. 1753 [Federal Aid Project No. STPL-5403(033)], for a negotiated fee of not-to-exceed $230,263.00.

— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute the contract following approval as to form by the City Attorney.

— 3. ADOPT Resolution 25-098, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CARSON CITY COUNCIL AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND AND SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS."

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

36. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH BREEN DESIGN GROUP TO PROVIDE ON-CALL ENGINEERING SERVICES TO THE ENGINEERING DIVISION OF THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:58 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. APPROVE Amendment No. 1 to the Contract Services Agreement with Breen Design Group for on-call professional architecture services by extending term by one (1) year and increasing the contract sum by $300,000 for a total contract sum of $1,200,000.00.

— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 1 with Breen Design Group following approval as to form by the City Attorney.

ACTION: Item No. 36 was approved on Consent.

37. CONSIDER APPROVING MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, DOMINGUEZ HILLS, FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A TRANSIT CENTER (CITY COUNCIL)- 9:21 PM

** Item was Removed from Consent

Item No. 37 was heard after Item No. 35.

Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr. requested to remove this item from Consent for discussion.

City Engineer Gilbert Marquez gave a report.

Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr. asked the timeline. City Engineer Gilbert Marquez replied to his question.

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. APPROVE Memorandum of Understanding between the City and CSUDH (Exhibit No. 2); and

— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute Memorandum of Understanding between the City and CSUDH, following approval as to form by the City Attorney.

Motion To Approve submitted by Cedric L. Hicks Sr. seconded by Mayor Lula Davis-Holmes resulting in 5-0-0-0-0

38. CONSIDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION 25-089, RESCINDING AND REPLACING RESOLUTION NO. 25-080 AND APPROVING THE CITY OF CARSON STREETSCAPE MASTER PLAN- 9:26 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. ADOPT Resolution 25-089, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, RESCINDING AND REPLACING RESOLUTION NO. 25-080 AND ADOPTING THE STREETSCAPE MASTER PLAN” (Exhibit No. 1).

ACTION: Item No. 38 was approved on Consent.

39. CONSIDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 25-094, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CARSON CITY COUNCIL AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND AND SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS TO ALLOCATE LOCAL MEASURE R FUNDS INTO THE FY 2025-26 EXPENSE ACCOUNT FOR PW1667 - UPGRADE EXISTING TRAFFIC SIGNAL – AVALON BOULEVARD AT GARDENA BOULEVARD (CITY COUNCIL)- 7:58 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. ADOPT Resolution 25-094, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CARSON CITY COUNCIL AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND AND SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS"

ACTION: Item No. 39 was approved on Consent.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (Item 40)

40. CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 25-065, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, RATIFYING ADOPTION OF THE CITY OF CARSON 2024 LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN AND APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY’S GENERAL PLAN, IN THE COMMUNITY SERVICES, EDUCATION AND SAFETY ELEMENT, RELATED TO THE CITY’S ADOPTION OF THE CITY OF CARSON 2024 HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN, WITH MINOR CLARIFYING TEXT EDITS" (CITY COUNCIL)- 9:26 PM

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

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

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

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. OPEN the continued Public Hearing, TAKE public testimony, and CLOSE the Public Hearing; and

— 2. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 25-065, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, RATIFYING ADOPTION OF THE CITY OF CARSON 2024 LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN AND APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY’S GENERAL PLAN, IN THE COMMUNITY SERVICES, EDUCATION AND SAFETY ELEMENT, RELATED TO THE CITY’S ADOPTION OF THE CITY OF CARSON 2024 HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN, WITH MINOR CLARIFYING TEXT EDITS”.

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

DISCUSSION (Items 41-42)

41. 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)- 9:28 PM

City Clerk/Agency Secretary/Authority Secretary, Dr. Bradshaw stated there is a recommendation to reaffirm the delegates for the League of California Cities as listed on Page 15 of the exhibit to the staff report.

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: It was moved to reaffirm Council Member Rojas as delegate, Council Member, Dr. Hilton as Alternate 1, and Mayor Davis-Holmes as Alternate 2 to the League of California Cities on motion of Davis-Holmes, seconded by Hicks, Sr. resulting in 5-0-0-0-0.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes continued the remainder of the items to the next meeting.

42. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO THE SOUTH BAY WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD (SBWIB) SEATS REPRESENTED BY CITY OF CARSON BUSINESS SECTOR MEMBERS- 9:30 PM

City Manager Roberts, Jr. recommended to support staff recommendation 1 and 2 to appoint Darren Embry and Shawn Webb.

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. APPOINT Darren Embry, Vice President of Community Development for Faring to the South Bay Workforce Investment Board for the term expiring June 30, 2027

— 2. APPOINT Shawn Webb, President for FlightWave Aerospace to the South Bay Workforce Investment Board for the term expiring June 30, 2027

ACTION: Motion to approve staff recommendations submitted by Dr. Jawane Hilton, seconded by Jim Dear.

During discussion of the motion, Mayor and City Council inquired about Shawn Webb.

Planning Manager Christopher Palmer replied that Shawn Webb was recommended for appointment by the Carson Chamber of Commerce.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton recommended to appoint Darren Embry only and consider appointment of Shawn Webb pending introduction to the Mayor and City Council. He amended his motion to appoint Darren Embry, Vice President of Community Development for Faring to the South Bay Workforce Investment Board for the term expiring June 30, 2027, which was accepted by the seconder of the motion.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes expressed that because she or anyone else on the Council knows who Shawn Webb is, for staff to bring back for consideration after his introduction.

The amended motion was unanimously carried resulting in 5-0-0-0-0.

ORDINANCE SECOND READING

None.

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

This item was heard after Item No. 13.

Chike Nweke, Public Works Commissioner and Member of the Sister Cities Association

Referred to the Sister City MOU that was signed in 2022 with Awka, Nigeria; announced the City of Carson was officially invited to visit Awka, Nigeria from December 7 to 14, 2025 to formalize the sister city relationship; shared a video presentation of the city of Awka, Nigeria.

This item was heard again after Item No. 42.

Paz Villanueva-Cachola Velasquez, representing Filipino American History Month Planning Committee and Larry Itliong Committee

Provided handouts to the City Clerk for the Mayor and City Council regarding her request for a resolution related to the Filipino American History Month Kickoff to be held on Saturday, October 11, 2025 and Larry Itliong Event to be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025 for Council consideration and requested placement of the two events in the October 2025 Special Events Calendar with funding consistent with prior years; requested to agendize consideration of naming Carriage Crest Park to Larry Itliong Park

COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS TO ADD ITEMS TO FUTURE AGENDAS

None.

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (COUNCIL MEMBERS)

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton thanked the residents who attended the incredible Fan Fest event and thanked staff for their work.

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

Commended Council Member, Dr. Hilton on the Fan Fest event which she also attended. It was a great event and well attended
Kudos for her wonderful Job Fair and thanked Council Aide Myeshia Horton and Council Aide Ravynne Staine for their work on the job fair. She also thanked Jan Vogel and his team at the South Bay Workforce Investment Board, all the sponsors, and the Carson Citizens Cultural Arts Foundation for their assistance promoting the event.

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

Attended the Fam Fest with high-quality entertainment
Expressed concern of the heat waves and requested staff to contact management at the SouthBay Pavilion to ask them to continue providing cooling stations for residents needing heat relief

Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr. announced/reported the following:

Attended the Fam Fest event
Hosted a Town Hall Meeting at Calas Park that was well attended. He is rescheduling his Town Hall Meeting at Dolphin Park and will provide information as soon as available
Announced the 5th Annual Cajun and Blues White Linen Affair on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 5:30 P.M. to 11:00 P.M. at the City Hall Parking Lot located at 701 E. Carson Street, Carson; tickets are $65 which includes a Cajun meal along with some beignets
Apologized for his absence at the last City Council Meeting due to transportation issues coming back from vacation

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Rojas shared that she hosted a Town Hall meeting with Mayor Davis-Holmes at Carson Park which was well attended and is planning another one for September. She thanked everyone for receiving the Hero's award.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes thanked the Public Information Office staff for coordinating the Heroes Award program. She thanked the Council Aides for the successful Town Hall Meeting.

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

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

RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION

The meeting was recessed at 9:52 P.M. by Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman to a continued Closed Session.

RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION

The meeting was reconvened at 10:06 P.M. by Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes with all members previously noted present.

REPORT OF ACTIONS ON UNFINISHED OR CONTINUED CLOSED SESSION ITEMS

City/Agency/Authority Attorney Soltani provided a Closed Session Report on the following:

Closed Session Item No. 6

No reportable action was taken.

MEMORIAL ADJOURNMENTS

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

Edward Johnson, Jr.

Robert Charles, IV

Chief Judge Charles R. Jones

Charles Johnson

Dr. Danielle Spencer

Gwendolyn E. Mitchell

Dorothy Presley

Julious L. Taylor

Paul De Guzman

Dr. Joseph Jackson

Josefino "Joe" Bantad

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton gave a prayer.

ADJOURNMENT

The meeting was adjourned at 10:07 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

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:

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 Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Arleen Rojas

Also Present:

3. FLAG SALUTE

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Rojas led the Pledge of Allegiance.

4. INVOCATION (Item 1)

1. PASTOR MIKE EALEY FROM PREVAILING IN CHRIST MINISTRIES- 5:03 PM

Pastor Mike Ealey gave the invocation.

5. CLOSED SESSION (Items 2-6)

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

ACTION: No reportable action was taken.

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 title of such litigation is as follows Veronica Alvarez v. City of Carson, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 23STCV24827.

ACTION: No reportable action was taken.

4. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR (CITY COUNCIL)

ACTION: Item was not considered.

5. 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.

6. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (CITY COUNCIL)

ACTION: Item was not considered.

At 10:06 P.M., City/Agency/Authority Attorney Soltani reported that there was no reportable action 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 5:05 P.M. by Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes to Closed Session.

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

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

4. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR (CITY COUNCIL)-

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

6. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (CITY COUNCIL)

9. RULES OF DECORUM:

The Rules of Decorum recording was presented earlier in 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 6:05 P.M. by Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes with all members previously noted present.

11. REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS (CITY ATTORNEY)

City/Agency/Authority Attorney Soltani provided the Closed Session Report.

12. INTRODUCTIONS (MAYOR) (Item 7)

7. REPORT FROM CAPTAIN NORMAN OF CARSON SHERIFF'S STATION- 7:52 PM

Item No. 7 was heard after Item No. 10.

(Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton exited the meeting at 7:50 P.M. and reentered the meeting at 7:53 P.M.)

Captain Norman summarized the recent law enforcement activities and gave a crime report.

13. PRESENTATIONS (Items 8-14)

8. PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER AS PROSTATE CANCER AWARNESS MONTH - 7:35 PM

Item No. 8 was heard after Item No. 11.

9. PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER AS HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH - 7:38 PM

10. PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER AS NATIONAL EMERGENCY PREP MONTH -

11. CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION TO DAVID GAMBOA - 7:19 PM

Item No. 11 was heard after Item No. 12.

12. CARSON HEROES AWARD - 6:11 PM

Item No. 12 was heard after Item No. 14.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes announced the Carson Heroes Program.

Staff presented a video of the 2025 City of Carson Heroes.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton recognized Dr. Vergie Seymore and presented her with a Carson Hero Award who accepted with words of gratitude.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Rojas recognized Gloryanne Payo-Jugo and presented her with a Carson Hero Award who offered words of gratitude.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton recognized Council Member Rojas and presented her with a surprise Carson Hero Award who offered words of gratitude.

13. HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION UPDATE

Item No. 13 was heard after approval of the Consent items.

14. VIDEO PRESENTATION ON OPERATION CARSON CARES-

Item No. 14 was heard after the Closed Session Report.

Staff presented a video on Operation Carson Cares.

Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes offered comments.

Director Whittiker, Jr. offered comments.

Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear offered comments.

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

None.

15. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Items 15-16)

15. APPROVAL OF THE FOLLOWING CARSON CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES - AUGUST 5, 2025 (REGULAR)- 7:57 PM

Item No. 15 was heard after Item No. 7.

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. APPROVE the minutes as listed.

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

16. APPROVAL OF THE 2014 BACKLOG OF CARSON CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES - 7:58 PM

RECOMMENDED ACTION

— 1. APPROVE the minutes as listed.

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

16. CONSENT (Items 17-39)