1. CALL TO ORDER: CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY (5:00 pm)
The meeting was called to order at 5:03 P.M. by Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Cedric Hicks, Sr. 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 Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Cedric Hicks, Sr.
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Jim Dear
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Jawane Hilton
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Arleen Rojas
Council Members/Agency Members/Authority Board Members Absent:
Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Lula Davis-Holmes (Entered during Closed Session at 5:25 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, Executive Director; Michael Whittiker, Jr., Director of Community Services; Dr. Arlington Rodgers, Jr., Director of Public Works; Nora Garcia, Director of Public Safety and Emergency Services; William Jefferson, Director of Finance; Gary Carter, Director of Information Technology and Security; Joshua Boudreaux, Director of Human Resources; Thomas Toman, Deputy City Manager; Armine Chaparyan, Deputy City Manager; Nathan Freeman, Director of Community and Economic Development; Michael George, Government Affairs Officer; Reata Kulcsar, Energy and Sustainability Officer; and Kourtney Cullors, Chief Deputy City Clerk
3. FLAG SALUTE
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Rojas led the Pledge of Allegiance.
4. INVOCATION (Item 1)
1. PASTOR PAUL STARKS OF GREATER LOVE REFORMED BAPTIST CHURCH
Pastor Paul Starks 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 one case.
ACTION: The City Council reached a settlement and once the settlement agreement is completed a copy will be provided in the City Clerk's Office.
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 American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME Local 809) Part-time.
ACTION: No reportable action was taken.
4. 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: Justin Battle v. City of Carson; Case No. 24STCV17820.
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 Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr. to Closed Session.
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)
3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR (CITY COUNCIL)-
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)
9. RULES OF DECORUM:
A recording of the Rules of Decorum 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 6:02 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 gave the Closed Session Report.
This item was heard again at 6:36 P.M.
City/Agency/Authority Attorney Soltani gave the Closed Session Report for Item No. 4.
12. INTRODUCTIONS (MAYOR) (Item 5)
5. REPORT FROM CAPTAIN NORMAN OF CARSON SHERIFF'S STATION- 6:36 PM
Item No. 5 was heard after the second Report on Closed Session Actions.
Captain Norman summarized the recent law enforcement activities and gave a crime report.
13. PRESENTATIONS (Items 6-8)
6. CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION TO UCHENNA NWOSU FOR HIS PERFORMANCE AND VICTORY IN SUPERBOWL LX
Item No. 6 was heard after Report on Closed Session Actions.
Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes introduced Uchenna Nwosu. The Mayor and City Council presented a trophy to him for his performance and victory in Superbowl LX who offered comments and words of gratitude.
RECESS:
The meeting was recessed at 6:17 P.M. by Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes back to Closed Session for Item No. 4.
RECONVENE:
The meeting was reconvened at 6:36 P.M. by Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes with all members previously not present.
7. WOMEN'S ISSUES COMMISSION QUARTERLY REPORT
Item No. 7 was heard after Item No. 8.
Carolyn Foster, Chairperson of the Women's Issues Commission, gave a January 2025-February 2026 report.
8. RECOGNITION FOR LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPUTIES FOR THEIR RECENT SUCCESSFUL RESCUE OPERATION
Item No. 8 was heard after Item No. 5.
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Rojas introduced the Los Angeles County Sheriff Deputies and Detectives. The Mayor and City Council presented the Sheriff Deputies and Detectives each with a Certificate of Recognition for their recent successful rescue operation. Detective Shane offered comments regarding the rescue operation and offered words of gratitude.
14. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR MATTERS LISTED ON THE AGENDA (MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC) (LIMITED TO ONE HOUR)
None.
15. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Item 9)
9. APPROVAL OF THE FOLLOWING CARSON CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES - MARCH 3, 2026 (REGULAR)- 6:57 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 10-24)
Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr. requested to remove Items No. 18 and 21 for discussion.
Motion To Approve submitted by Jim Dear seconded by Dr. Jawane Hilton resulting in 5-0-0-0-0
10. CONSIDER A REPORT OF ALL CITY CONTRACTS APPROVED UNDER THE AUTHORITY OF DEPARTMENT DIRECTORS FOR THE PERIOD FEBRUARY 1, 2026 THROUGH FEBRUARY 28, 2026 PURSUANT TO CMC SECTION 2604 (CITY COUNCIL)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. RECEIVE and FILE this report.
ACTION: Item No. 10 was approved on Consent.
11. CONSIDER A REPORT OF ALL CITY CONTRACTS APPROVED UNDER CITY MANAGER AUTHORITY FOR THE PERIOD FEBRUARY 1, 2026 THROUGH FEBRUARY 28, 2026 PURSUANT TO CMC SECTION 2604 (CITY COUNCIL)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. RECEIVE and FILE this report.
ACTION: Item No. 11 was approved on Consent.
12. CONSIDER A REPORT ON ALL INTRADEPARTMENTAL BUDGET TRANSFERS APPROVED UNDER THE CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE AUTHORITY FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY 2026 PER ORDINANCE 24-2401 (CITY COUNCIL)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. RECEIVE and FILE the report (Exhibit No. 1).
ACTION: Item No. 12 was approved on Consent.
13. CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 26-027, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,300,360.93, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS 183818 THROUGH 183922 FOR GENERAL DEMAND (CITY COUNCIL)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 26-027, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,300,360.93, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS 183818 THROUGH 183922 FOR GENERAL DEMAND."
ACTION: Item No. 13 was approved on Consent.
14. CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 26-04-CHA, A RESOLUTION OF THE CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $22,990.58, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS HA-002104 THROUGH HA-002109 (HOUSING AUTHORITY)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 26-04-CHA, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $22,990.58, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS HA-002104 THROUGH HA-002109".
ACTION: Item No. 14 was approved on Consent.
15. CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 26-04-CSA, A RESOLUTION OF THE CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $407.20, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS SA-001986 THROUGH SA-001987 (SUCCESSOR AGENCY)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution NO. 26-04-CSA, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $407.20, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS SA-001986 THROUGH SA-001987".
ACTION: Item No. 15 was approved on Consent.
16. CONSIDER TAKING A POSITION OF OPPOSITION TO ASSEMBLY BILL 1768 (BRYAN) AND THE RELATED LOS ANGELES COUNTY SALES TAX MEASURE PROPOSED FOR THE JUNE 2026 BALLOT (CITY COUNCIL)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. TAKE a position of OPPOSITION and DIRECT staff to submit the proposed letters.
ACTION: Item No. 16 was approved on Consent.
17. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF CONTRACT AMENDMENT NO. 1 FOR AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETATION SERVICES (CITY COUNCIL)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. APPROVE Amendment No.1 to contract with Language Network for American Sign Language Interpretation Services, for an increased amount not to exceed $95,000, increasing the total contract sum to $155,000; and
— 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 APPROVAL TO AMENDMENT NO. 2 FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH MDG ASSOCIATES FOR RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL FACADE INSPECTIONS AND PROJECT COORDINATION SERVICES (CITY COUNCIL)
** Item was Removed from Consent
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. APPROVE the proposed Amendment No. 2 to the Contract Services Agreement with MDG Associates to continue to provide professional services to the City's Housing Division and Community Development Department, increasing the contract amount by $768,249.99, for a new total not-to-exceed amount of $1,536,499.99, and extend the contract term through June 20, 2029.
— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute the proposed Amendment No. 2, subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.
Item No. 18 was heard after approval of the Consent items.
Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr. asked if there is a time schedule for the next strip malls to be in place for the next Facade Improvement Program particularly the shopping center near Carson Street and Santa Fe Avenue. Director Freeman gave an update of the Facade Improvement Program.
Motion To Approve submitted by Cedric L. Hicks Sr. seconded by Dr. Jawane Hilton resulting in 5-0-0-0-0
19. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH SAMI’S REFEREES, LLC TO PROVIDE ON-CALL YOUTH SPORTS OFFICIATING SERVICES FOR THE CITY’S RECREATION PROGRAMS (CITY COUNCIL)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. WAIVE any minor irregularities or informalities in the proposal, in accordance with Carson Municipal Code (CMC) Section 2611(l)(2);
— 2. AWARD a contract for youth sports officiating services only and APPROVE the proposed Contract Services Agreement with Sami’s Referees, LLC, for a total not-to-exceed contract amount of $1,120,000 over a five-year term, beginning April 21, 2026 (Exhibit No. 4; “Agreement”); and,
— 3. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute the Agreement with Sami’s Referees, LLC, subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.
ACTION: Item No. 19 was approved on Consent.
20. CONSIDER APPROVING MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) WITH LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (LACMTA) FOR THE CITY OF CARSON TO BECOME A MEMBER OF THE REGIONAL INTEGRATION OF INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS (RIITS) (CITY COUNCIL)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. APPROVE Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Carson and LACMTA.
— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Carson and LACMTA, following approval as to form by the City Attorney
ACTION: Item No. 20 was approved on Consent.
21. CONSIDER AUTHORIZING STAFF TO ADVERTISE FOR CONSTRUCTION BIDS FOR PROJECT NO. 1776 - CALAS PARK STORMWATER AND WATER QUALITY IMPROVEMENTS SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT, APPROVE REQUIRED CEQA ACTIONS, AND APPROVE A USE AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT (CITY COUNCIL)
** Item was Removed from Consent
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. AUTHORIZE staff to advertise the project and invite construction bids for Project No. 1776 – Calas Park Stormwater and Water Quality Improvements Supplemental Environmental Project;
— 2. APPROVE the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) for the proposed project, which confirms that the project will not have significant environmental impacts when required mitigation measures are implemented;
— 3. AUTHORIZE staff to file and record a Notice of Determination for the project with the Los Angeles County Clerk and the State Clearinghouse at the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research, as required under CEQA following project approval;
— 4. APPROVE the Use and Maintenance Agreement with the Los Angeles County Flood Control District, which allows the project to connect to and utilize the County’s storm drain system and establishes the City’s responsibility for maintaining the related stormwater improvements; and,
— 5. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute the Use and Maintenance Agreement with the Los Angeles County Flood Control District, subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.
Item No. 21 was heard after Item No. 18.
Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr. requested a report.
Director Rodgers, Jr. gave a report.
Motion To Approve submitted by Cedric L. Hicks Sr. seconded by Dr. Jawane Hilton resulting in 5-0-0-0-0
22. CONSIDER ADOPTING THE FINAL 2025 PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT PROGRAM REPORT PREPARED BY APPLIED RESEARCH ASSOCIATES, INC. (ARA) (CITY COUNCIL)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. RECEIVE, FILE, and ADOPT the final 2025 Pavement Management Program Report prepared by Applied Research Associates, Inc.
ACTION: Item No. 22 was approved on Consent.
23. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO THE AGREEMENT WITH TOTUM CORP. FOR ON-CALL CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION SERVICES SUPPORTING PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS (CITY COUNCIL)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. APPROVE the proposed Amendment No. 3 to the agreement with Totum Corp. for on-call Construction Management and Construction Inspection services, increasing the contract amount by $250,000, for a new total not-to-exceed contract amount of $1,482,635, and extending the contract term by six months, through December 30, 2026; and,
— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 3 to the agreement with Totum Corp., subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.
ACTION: Item No. 23 was approved on Consent.
24. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE AGREEMENT WITH PCN3, INC. FOR PROJECT NO. 1726 – COMMUNITY CENTER COURTYARD AND EAST PARKING LOT IMPROVEMENTS, AND ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 26-024 AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND, SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS, ENTERPRISE FUNDS, AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) FUND (CITY COUNCIL)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. APPROVE the proposed Amendment No. 1 to the Public Works Agreement with PCN3, Inc. in the amount of $461,614.28 to cover costs associated with design revisions, unforeseen construction conditions, and additional work performed during construction;
— 2. Adopt Resolution No. 26-024, titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CARSON CITY COUNCIL AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND, SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS, ENTERPRISE FUNDS, AND THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) FUND,” to increase the budget authority for Project PW1725 by $461,614.28 (Exhibit No. 2);
— 3. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute the proposed Amendment No. 1 to the agreement with PCN3, Inc., subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney; and,
— 4. AMEND the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Plan to reflect the updated project funding for this project (Exhibit No. 4).
ACTION: Item No. 24 was approved on Consent.
25. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH W.G. ZIMMERMAN ENGINEERING INC. TO PROVIDE ON-CALL PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES TO THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT (CITY COUNCIL)
** Item was Removed from Consent
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. APPROVE Amendment No. 1 with W.G. Zimmerman Engineering Inc. for On-Call Project Management services increasing the contract sum by $355,000.00 for a total contract sum of $970,776.00 and extending the contract until June 30, 2027.
— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute contract Amendment No. 1 with W.G. Zimmerman Engineering Inc. following approval as to form by the City Attorney.
Item No. 25 was heard after Item No. 21 since it was not approved with the Consent items due to the item number that was inadvertently not included with the Consent items which City Manager Roberts, Jr. confirmed.
Motion To Approve submitted by Jim Dear seconded by Cedric L. Hicks Sr. resulting in 5-0-0-0-0
17. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (Item 26)
26. CONSIDER INTRODUCING FOR FIRST READING, BY TITLE ONLY, ORDINANCE NO. 26-2606, APPROVING AN AMENDED AND RESTATED DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT NO. 23-19 BETWEEN THE CITY OF CARSON, IMPERIAL AVALON DE, LLC, AND LENNAR HOMES OF CALIFORNIA, LLC FOR A PROPOSED MIXED-USE PROJECT AT 21207 S. AVALON BLVD. (CITY COUNCIL)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. OPEN the public hearing, TAKE public comment, and CLOSE the public hearing; and
— 2. INTRODUCE for First Reading, by Title only, Ordinance No. 26-2606, "AN UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA APPROVING AMENDED AND RESTATED DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT NO. 23-19 BETWEEN THE CITY OF CARSON, IMPERIAL AVALON DE, LLC, AND LENNAR HOMES OF CALIFORNIA, LLC FOR A PROPOSED MIXED-USE PROJECT AT 21207 S. AVALON BLVD."
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.
Motion To Approve submitted by Jim Dear seconded by Mayor Lula Davis-Holmes resulting in 5-0-0-0-0
18. DISCUSSION (Items 27-31)
27. CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION 26-026 DESIGNATING THE CITY OF CARSON’S EVENTS, PROGRAMS, AND COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATED WITH THE 2028 OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC GAMES AS “THE CARSON EXPERIENCE” (CITY COUNCIL)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 26-026, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, OFFICIALLY DESIGNATING AND NAMING THE CITY OF CARSON’S EVENTS, PROGRAMS, AND COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATED WITH THE 2028 OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC GAMES AS “THE CARSON EXPERIENCE”; and
— 2. AUTHORIZE the City Manager or designee to coordinate the development, promotion, and implementation of activities under the “Carson Experience” initiative.
Deputy City Manager Chaparyan gave a report.
Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr. requested a list of games to be held in the City of Carson. Deputy City Manager Chaparyan responded she would provide a list with dates.
Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes asked if the olympic information is available on the City website. Deputy City Manager Chaparyan responded to her question.
City Manager Roberts, Jr. offered comments.
Motion To Approve submitted by Arleen Bocatija-Rojas seconded by Dr. Jawane Hilton resulting in 5-0-0-0-0
28. CONSIDER INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING BY TITLE ONLY OF ORDINANCE NO. 26-2605, AMENDING THE CARSON MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO SIDEWALK VENDING REGULATIONS, INCLUDING PROHIBITING SIDEWALK VENDING WITHIN 1,000 FEET OF A PLACE OF PUBLIC ASSEMBLAGE AROUND EVENT TIMES AND WITHIN 1,000 FEET OF A SCHOOL AROUND SCHOOL SESSION HOURS (CITY COUNCIL)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. INTRODUCE for first reading, by title only and with full reading waived, Ordinance No. 26- 2605, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING: (i) SECTION 1202 OF CHAPTER 2 (PENALTY PROVISIONS) OF ARTICLE I (GENERAL PROVISIONS), (ii) SECTIONS 31001 (DEFINITIONS) AND 31002 (SIDEWALK VENDING OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS) OF CHAPTER 10 (SIDEWALK VENDING) OF ARTICLE 3 (PUBLIC SAFETY); (iii) SECTIONS 4118 (STREET VENDORS NEAR SCHOOLS), 4118.1 (PEDDLING FROM VEHICLES IN PARKS), 4118.2 (SELLING ICE CREAM AND CERTAIN FOOD PRODUCTS FROM VEHICLES IN PUBLIC STREETS), AND 4118.4 (VENDING OF MERCHANDISE ON PUBLIC PROPERTY, STADIUMS, ATHLETIC FIELDS, COMMUNITY CENTERS OR ABANDONED PROPERTY – EXCLUSIONS) OF CHAPTER 1 (PROHIBITED CONDUCT – OFFENSES) OF ARTICLE IV (PUBLIC PEACE); AND (iv) SUBSECTION (E) OF SECTION 63142 (MOBILE FOOD VENDORS) OF CHAPTER 3 (BUSINESS, PROFESSIONS, AND TRADES) OF ARTICLE VI (TAXES AND LICENSES) OF THE CARSON MUNICIPAL CODE, TO PROHIBIT SIDEWALK VENDORS IN PUBLIC PLACES OF ASSEMBLAGE (AS DEFINED) DURING AND IMMEDIATELY BEFORE AND AFTER LARGE EVENTS, AND TO ELIMINATE INTERNAL INCONSISTENCY WITHIN THE CARSON MUNICIPAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO REGULATION OF SIDEWALK VENDORS."
City Manager Roberts, Jr. gave a report.
Director Garcia elaborated on the report.
Motion To Approve submitted by Dr. Jawane Hilton seconded by Mayor Lula Davis-Holmes resulting in 5-0-0-0-0
29. CONSIDER A REPORT OF ALL NEW BUSINESS LICENSES ISSUED BY THE CITY OF CARSON FOR THE PERIOD FEBRUARY 1, 2026, THROUGH FEBRUARY 28, 2026 (CITY COUNCIL)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. DISCUSS the Report
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council discussed the report. Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes directed staff to bring back an ordinance amendment banning smoke shops at the last meeting in May.
(Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton exited the meeting at 7:27 P.M.)
Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr. requested a list of ribbon cuttings of new businesses. Director Freeman gave a response and comments.
(Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton reentered the meeting at 7:29 P.M.)
30. CONSIDER CARSON'S 2025 ANNUAL HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT (CITY COUNCIL)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. REVIEW Carson’s 2025 Annual Housing Element Progress Report;
— 2. DISCUSS the Report; and
— 3. AUTHORIZE the Director of Community and Economic Development to make any further corrections or adjustments as may be necessary to ensure full compliance and to submit the Report to HCD.
Director Freeman gave a report.
Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr. referred to the Annual Progress Report (APR) status and asked about the RHNA allocation. Director Freeman responded to his question.
Motion to include Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr.'s inquiry for staff to look into the actual RHNA allocation, Director Freeman to review with the City Manager, and submit the report to HCD with no objection heard.
Motion To Approve submitted by Mayor Lula Davis-Holmes seconded by Jim Dear resulting in 5-0-0-0-0
31. 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)- 7:35 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/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes continued this item with no objection heard.
19. ORDINANCE SECOND READING
None.
20. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR MATTERS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA (MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC)
Loren Miles
Thanked the Mayor and City Council for their stewardship, service, dedication, and continued success on behalf of Carson's small and large businesses.
This item was heard again after Oral Communications (Council Members) portion of the meeting.
Chris Longoria, Business Agent, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 11 and State Certified Electrician
Referred to a letter that was provided to the Mayor and City Council regarding concerns of the Municipal Fiber Optic Network Project
Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes referred Chris Longoria to the Assistant City Manager to address his concerns with the project.
21. COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS TO ADD ITEMS TO FUTURE AGENDAS
None.
22. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (COUNCIL MEMBERS)
Mayor Pro Tempore/Agency Vice Chairman/Authority Vice Chairman Hicks, Sr. offered the following comments:
- Attended the Town Hall Meeting held March 5, 2026 at Anderson Park to discuss the wall design; over 25 residents were in attendance along with staff and RJM Consultants. Mayor Davis-Holmes thanked staff for their assistance.
- Attended the Environmental Innovative Incubator Contest at CSUDH
- Attended Lobby Day held October 10, 2025 in Sacramento, as Board Member of the Clean Power Alliance, working with other cities to ensure clean, green, and low cost energy for the residents
- Thanked the Mayor and staff for sending the letter to the County that the City is in opposition of the sales tax increase
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton offered the following comments:
- Thanked everyone who attended the Town Hall Meeting last Thursday
- Announced the Town Hall Meeting for Project Room Key on Albertoni hosted by the County, to be held April 15, 2026, location to be determined; Mayor Davis-Holmes noted the Town Hall Meeting to be hosted at the Carson Community Center at 6:30 P.M.
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Rojas thanked staff for the Fiber Optic Technology construction occurring on Avalon Boulevard.
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member Dear offered the following comments:
- Wished everyone Happy St. Patrick's Day
- Attended a Community Meeting held March 4, 2026 regarding the Bolsa Street Housing Project which is controversial; need to pursue alternatives
- Attended Senior Mixer held March 5, 2026 at the Carson Community Center; thanked the City Manager and staff for hosting
- Announced Town Hall Meeting, on March 25, 2026, at Veterans Park
Mayor/Agency Chairman/Authority Chairman Davis-Holmes offered the following comments:
- Thanked and appreciated staff for working the Town Hall Meetings
- Commended her colleagues for hosting the Town Hall Meetings
- Attended the Senior Mixer; thanked staff for hosting
- Attended the South Bay Economic Forecast
- Attended the Bolsa Housing Meeting; need a plan of action to assist the residents; will be meeting with the developer and property owner and asked Assistant City Manager Dr. Lennox, and Director Freeman to attend the meeting as well
- Asked Director Freeman about the Small Business Growth Academy; Director Freeman responded he would provide a Comprehensive Report at the next meeting.
- Directed staff to start the educational campaign for fireworks and to have a phone number in place for residents to call
- Asked for a resolution proclaiming May as Fire Prevention Month and City Manager responded in the affirmative
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
This item was heard after the last speaker of Oral Communications For Matters Not Listed on the Agenda (Members of the Public) portion of the meeting.
City Clerk/Agency Secretary/Authority Secretary, Dr. Bradshaw presented the following Memorial Adjournment Requests:
Janice Lauderdale
Mavis A. Jackson
Margaret Davis
Troy Dunn
Velma Ashford
Michael MacArthur
Council Member/Agency Member/Authority Board Member, Dr. Hilton requested to add Joyce Maye White-Shipman and Keke Shephard to the Memorial Adjournment Requests and gave a prayer.
28. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:07 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
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Signature