City of Carson
Tuesday, June 20, 2023, 5:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER: CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY (5:00 pm)
ROLL CALL (CITY CLERK)
FLAG SALUTE
INVOCATION
1. 2023-0451 PASTOR HAROLD MITCHELL FROM GREATER EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH
CLOSED SESSION
2. 2023-0428 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)
REPORT ON ANY PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (CITY CLERK)
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (CITY ATTORNEY)
RECESS INTO CLOSED SESSION UNTIL 6:00 P.M. OR UNTIL THE END OF CLOSED SESSION, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST
RULES OF DECORUM:
RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION AT 6:00 P.M. OR AT THE END OF CLOSED SESSION, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS (CITY ATTORNEY)
INTRODUCTIONS (MAYOR)
PRESENTATIONS
3. 2023-0452 REPORT FROM CAPTAIN JONES OF CARSON SHERIFF'S STATION
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR MATTERS LISTED ON THE AGENDA (MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC) (LIMITED TO ONE HOUR)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4. 2023-0454 APPROVAL OF THE FOLLOWING CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES: JUNE 6, 2023 (REGULAR)
CONSENT
5. 2023-0459 Resolution No. 23-104, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,437,376.29, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS 167928 THROUGH 168229
6. 2023-0460 Resolution No. 23-08-CHA, A RESOLUTION OF THE CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,224.19, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS HA-001946 through HA-001951
7. 2023-0461 Resolution No. 23-08-CSA, A RESOLUTION OF THE CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,841.00, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS SA-001899 THROUGH SA-001901
8. 2023-0445 CONSIDER MONTHLY INVESTMENT AND CASH REPORT FOR THE CITY OF CARSON, CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY, CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY-MONTH ENDING MAY 31, 2023
9. 2023-0446 CONSIDER THE ANNUAL STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY- CITY OF CARSON, FORMER CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY AND CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY
10. 2023-0444 CONSIDER TAKING A POSITION OF SUPPORT AND SENDING A CORRESPONDING LETTER REGARDING ASSEMBLY BILL 1657, THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING BOND ACT OF 2024 (CITY COUNCIL)
11. 2023-0443 CONSIDER TAKING A POSITION OF SUPPORT AND SENDING A CORRESPONDING LETTER REGARDING SENATE BILL 331, PIQUI'S LAW, TO ADDRESS CONCERNS PERTAINING TO CHILD CUSTODY, ABUSE, AND SAFETY (CITY COUNCIL)
12. 2023-0440 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-098, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN, RESOLUTION NO. 77-111, BY ADOPTING A JOB SERIES FOR THE ACCOUNTANT I AND ACCOUNTANT II (CITY COUNCIL)
13. 2023-0420 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-101, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN, RESOLUTION 77-111, BY ADOPTING THE NEW JOB CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION AND SALARY ALLOCATION OF SENIOR EVENT SERVICES COORDINATOR (CITY COUNCIL)
14. 2023-0381 CONSIDER AWARD AND APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MOUR GROUP ENGINEERING + DESIGN, INC. TO PROVIDE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES FOR COMMERCIAL FAÇADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
15. 2023-0298 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO 1. TO THE AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF CARSON AND MRS ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. FOR ADDITIONAL SCOPE OF WORK FOR THE AUDIT OF PIPELINE FRANCHISES
16. 2023-0471 CONSIDER AWARDING A CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH TRANSTECH ENGINEERS, INC. TO PROVIDE BUILDING AND SAFETY SERVICES FOR THE CITY OF CARSON (CITY COUNCIL)
17. 2023-0425 CONSIDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-106, APPROVING THE BUDGET TRANSFERS IN FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023 IN PUBLIC SAFETY TO INCREASE THE ANIMAL CONTROL CONTRACT BUDGET
18. 2023-0472 CONSIDER EXTENSION OF LICENSE AGREEMENT (CONTRACT NO. 9.1550) WITH SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON ("SCE") FOR THE USE OF CERTAIN SCE PARCELS BY THE CITY OF CARSON FOR PARK USES AT HEMINGWAY PARK, TO EXPIRE ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2023
19. 2023-0412 CONSIDER AWARDING A PURCHASE ORDER TO COASTLINE EQUIPMENT OF LONG BEACH, CA, FOR THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) NEW 2023 JOHN DEERE 304 WHEEL LOADER FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS, TREE MAINTENANCE SECTION
20. 2023-0437 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH DAVID VOLZ DESIGN FOR DESIGN SERVICES FOR PROJECT NO. 1636: MILLS PARK IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
21. 2023-0465 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH SOUTHERN COUNTIES OIL CO. DBA SC FUELS FOR BULK PURCHASING OF GASOLINE AND DIESEL FUEL FOR ONE YEAR AT A NOT-TO-EXCEED COST OF $350,000, AND RESOLUTION NO. 23-100 TO INCREASE THE BUDGET FOR THE EXISTING TERM BY $50,000 (CITY COUNCIL)
22. 2023-0473 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH SWAYZER CORPORATION TO PROVIDE MEDIAN LANDSCAPING MAINTENANCE SERVICES
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
23. 2023-0419 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-095, ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 ANNUAL BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND (CITY COUNCIL) CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 23-07-CSA, ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY (SUCCESSOR AGENCY) CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 23-07-CHA, ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY (HOUSING AUTHORITY) CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 23-096 APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE ANNUAL APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 (CITY COUNCIL) AND APPROVAL OF THE 2023-2024 SPECIAL EVENTS
DISCUSSION
24. 2023-0468 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-087 AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A SISTER CITY AFFILIATION WITH AWKA, NIGERIA (CITY COUNCIL)
25. 2023-0464 CONSIDER THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE CARSON FINANCE AND AUDIT COMMITTEE AND TO SET RULES AND PROCEDURES FOR THE COMMITTEE AS RECOMMENDED BY THE STATE CONTROLLER'S OFFICE (SCO)
26. 2023-0453 CONSIDERATION OF ONLY LOCAL UNCONTESTED APPOINTMENTS TO THE CITY’S COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES, AND BOARDS BY MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL AND CONSIDER ALL (CONTESTED AND UNCONTESTED) APPOINTMENTS TO ALL COMMISSIONS EXCEPT PLANNING COMMISSION, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION (CITY COUNCIL)
ORDINANCE SECOND READING
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR MATTERS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA (MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC)
COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS TO ADD ITEMS TO FUTURE AGENDAS
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (COUNCIL MEMBERS)
ANNOUNCEMENT OF UNFINISHED OR CONTINUED CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (AS NECESSARY)
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
REPORT OF ACTIONS ON UNFINISHED OR CONTINUED CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
MEMORIAL ADJOURNMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
Lula Davis-Holmes, Mayor
“In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, if you require a disability related modification or accommodation to attend or participate in this meeting, including auxiliary aids or services, please call the City Clerk’s office at 310-952-1720 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.” (Government Code Section 54954.2)
PUBLIC INFORMATION
The public may address the members of the City Council on any matters within the jurisdiction of the City Council or on any items on the agenda of the City Council during the designated public comment periods. There will be two Oral Communication sessions: one for Agendized Items (comment about items ON the agenda) and the other for non-Agendized items (comment about items NOT on the Agenda). The Oral Communications portion of the agenda is limited to a duration of one hour unless otherwise approved by the City Council. Comment time is normally 3 minutes depending on the number of speakers.
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CALL TO ORDER: CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY (5:00 pm)
ROLL CALL (CITY CLERK)
FLAG SALUTE
INVOCATION
1. 2023-0451 PASTOR HAROLD MITCHELL FROM GREATER EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH
CLOSED SESSION
2. 2023-0428 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)
REPORT ON ANY PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (CITY CLERK)
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (CITY ATTORNEY)
RECESS INTO CLOSED SESSION UNTIL 6:00 P.M. OR UNTIL THE END OF CLOSED SESSION, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST
RULES OF DECORUM:
1. No person attending a Public Meeting shall engage in disorderly or boisterous conduct, including but not limited to applause, whistling, stamping of feet, booing, or making any loud, threatening, profane, abusive, personal, impertinent, or slanderous utterance-that disturbs, disrupts, or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of the meeting. 2. All remarks by members of the public shall be addressed to the Mayor or the Chair and not to any other member of the public or to any single Council, Board or Commission Member unless in response to a question from that Member. 3. Signs, placards, banners, or other similar items shall not be permitted in the audience during a Public Meeting if the presence of such item disturbs, disrupts or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of the meeting. 4. All persons attending a Public Meeting shall remain seated in the seats provided, unless addressing the body at the podium or entering or leaving the meeting. 5. All persons attending a Public Meeting shall obey any lawful order of the Presiding Officer to enforce the Rules of Decorum. • Treat everyone courteously • Listen to others respectfully • Exercise self-control • Give open-minded consideration to all viewpoints • Focus on the issues and avoid personalizing debate • Embrace respectful disagreement and dissent as democratic rights that are inherent components of an inclusive public process and rolls for forging sound decisions
RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION AT 6:00 P.M. OR AT THE END OF CLOSED SESSION, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS (CITY ATTORNEY)
INTRODUCTIONS (MAYOR)
PRESENTATIONS
3. 2023-0452 REPORT FROM CAPTAIN JONES OF CARSON SHERIFF'S STATION
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR MATTERS LISTED ON THE AGENDA (MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC) (LIMITED TO ONE HOUR)
The public may address the members of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency on any matters within the jurisdiction of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency or on any items on the agenda of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency, other than closed session matters, prior to any action taken on the agenda. Speakers are limited to no morethan three minutes, speaking once. Oral communications will be limited to one (1) hour unless extended by order of the Mayor with approval of the City Council.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4. 2023-0454 APPROVAL OF THE FOLLOWING CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES: JUNE 6, 2023 (REGULAR)
CONSENT
ANY ITEM OR ITEMS MAY BE REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION These items are considered to be routine items of business and have, therefore, been placed on the CONSENT CALENDAR. For items remaining on the CONSENT CALENDAR, a single motion to ADOPT the recommended action is in order.
5. 2023-0459 Resolution No. 23-104, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,437,376.29, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS 167928 THROUGH 168229
6. 2023-0460 Resolution No. 23-08-CHA, A RESOLUTION OF THE CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,224.19, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS HA-001946 through HA-001951
7. 2023-0461 Resolution No. 23-08-CSA, A RESOLUTION OF THE CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,841.00, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS SA-001899 THROUGH SA-001901
8. 2023-0445 CONSIDER MONTHLY INVESTMENT AND CASH REPORT FOR THE CITY OF CARSON, CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY, CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY-MONTH ENDING MAY 31, 2023
9. 2023-0446 CONSIDER THE ANNUAL STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY- CITY OF CARSON, FORMER CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY AND CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY
10. 2023-0444 CONSIDER TAKING A POSITION OF SUPPORT AND SENDING A CORRESPONDING LETTER REGARDING ASSEMBLY BILL 1657, THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING BOND ACT OF 2024 (CITY COUNCIL)
11. 2023-0443 CONSIDER TAKING A POSITION OF SUPPORT AND SENDING A CORRESPONDING LETTER REGARDING SENATE BILL 331, PIQUI'S LAW, TO ADDRESS CONCERNS PERTAINING TO CHILD CUSTODY, ABUSE, AND SAFETY (CITY COUNCIL)
12. 2023-0440 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-098, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN, RESOLUTION NO. 77-111, BY ADOPTING A JOB SERIES FOR THE ACCOUNTANT I AND ACCOUNTANT II (CITY COUNCIL)
13. 2023-0420 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-101, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN, RESOLUTION 77-111, BY ADOPTING THE NEW JOB CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION AND SALARY ALLOCATION OF SENIOR EVENT SERVICES COORDINATOR (CITY COUNCIL)
14. 2023-0381 CONSIDER AWARD AND APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MOUR GROUP ENGINEERING + DESIGN, INC. TO PROVIDE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES FOR COMMERCIAL FAÇADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
15. 2023-0298 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO 1. TO THE AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF CARSON AND MRS ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. FOR ADDITIONAL SCOPE OF WORK FOR THE AUDIT OF PIPELINE FRANCHISES
16. 2023-0471 CONSIDER AWARDING A CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH TRANSTECH ENGINEERS, INC. TO PROVIDE BUILDING AND SAFETY SERVICES FOR THE CITY OF CARSON (CITY COUNCIL)
17. 2023-0425 CONSIDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-106, APPROVING THE BUDGET TRANSFERS IN FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023 IN PUBLIC SAFETY TO INCREASE THE ANIMAL CONTROL CONTRACT BUDGET
18. 2023-0472 CONSIDER EXTENSION OF LICENSE AGREEMENT (CONTRACT NO. 9.1550) WITH SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON ("SCE") FOR THE USE OF CERTAIN SCE PARCELS BY THE CITY OF CARSON FOR PARK USES AT HEMINGWAY PARK, TO EXPIRE ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2023
19. 2023-0412 CONSIDER AWARDING A PURCHASE ORDER TO COASTLINE EQUIPMENT OF LONG BEACH, CA, FOR THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) NEW 2023 JOHN DEERE 304 WHEEL LOADER FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS, TREE MAINTENANCE SECTION
20. 2023-0437 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH DAVID VOLZ DESIGN FOR DESIGN SERVICES FOR PROJECT NO. 1636: MILLS PARK IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
21. 2023-0465 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH SOUTHERN COUNTIES OIL CO. DBA SC FUELS FOR BULK PURCHASING OF GASOLINE AND DIESEL FUEL FOR ONE YEAR AT A NOT-TO-EXCEED COST OF $350,000, AND RESOLUTION NO. 23-100 TO INCREASE THE BUDGET FOR THE EXISTING TERM BY $50,000 (CITY COUNCIL)
22. 2023-0473 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH SWAYZER CORPORATION TO PROVIDE MEDIAN LANDSCAPING MAINTENANCE SERVICES
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
Public testimony is restricted to three minutes per speaker, speaking once (excepting applicants who are afforded a right of rebuttal, if desired), unless extended by order of the Mayor with the approval of the City Council.
23. 2023-0419 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-095, ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 ANNUAL BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND (CITY COUNCIL) CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 23-07-CSA, ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY (SUCCESSOR AGENCY) CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 23-07-CHA, ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY (HOUSING AUTHORITY) CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 23-096 APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE ANNUAL APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 (CITY COUNCIL) AND APPROVAL OF THE 2023-2024 SPECIAL EVENTS
DISCUSSION
24. 2023-0468 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-087 AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A SISTER CITY AFFILIATION WITH AWKA, NIGERIA (CITY COUNCIL)
25. 2023-0464 CONSIDER THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE CARSON FINANCE AND AUDIT COMMITTEE AND TO SET RULES AND PROCEDURES FOR THE COMMITTEE AS RECOMMENDED BY THE STATE CONTROLLER'S OFFICE (SCO)
26. 2023-0453 CONSIDERATION OF ONLY LOCAL UNCONTESTED APPOINTMENTS TO THE CITY’S COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES, AND BOARDS BY MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL AND CONSIDER ALL (CONTESTED AND UNCONTESTED) APPOINTMENTS TO ALL COMMISSIONS EXCEPT PLANNING COMMISSION, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION (CITY COUNCIL)
ORDINANCE SECOND READING
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR MATTERS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA (MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC)
The public may at this time address the members of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency on any matters within the jurisdiction of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency. No action may be taken on non-agendized items except as authorized by law. Speakers are requested to limit their comments to no more than three minutes each, speaking once.
COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS TO ADD ITEMS TO FUTURE AGENDAS
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (COUNCIL MEMBERS)
ANNOUNCEMENT OF UNFINISHED OR CONTINUED CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (AS NECESSARY)
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
REPORT OF ACTIONS ON UNFINISHED OR CONTINUED CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
MEMORIAL ADJOURNMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
Date Posted:
City of Carson
City Council Regular Meeting
Tuesday, June 20, 2023, 5:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER: CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY (5:00 pm)
2. ROLL CALL (CITY CLERK)
3. FLAG SALUTE
4. INVOCATION
1. 2023-0451 PASTOR HAROLD MITCHELL FROM GREATER EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH
5. CLOSED SESSION
2. 2023-0428 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL)
6. REPORT ON ANY PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (CITY CLERK)
7. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (CITY ATTORNEY)
8. RECESS INTO CLOSED SESSION UNTIL 6:00 P.M. OR UNTIL THE END OF CLOSED SESSION, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST
9. RULES OF DECORUM:
1. No person attending a Public Meeting shall engage in disorderly or boisterous conduct, including but not limited to applause, whistling, stamping of feet, booing, or making any loud, threatening, profane, abusive, personal, impertinent, or slanderous utterance-that disturbs, disrupts, or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of the meeting. 2. All remarks by members of the public shall be addressed to the Mayor or the Chair and not to any other member of the public or to any single Council, Board or Commission Member unless in response to a question from that Member. 3. Signs, placards, banners, or other similar items shall not be permitted in the audience during a Public Meeting if the presence of such item disturbs, disrupts or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of the meeting. 4. All persons attending a Public Meeting shall remain seated in the seats provided, unless addressing the body at the podium or entering or leaving the meeting. 5. All persons attending a Public Meeting shall obey any lawful order of the Presiding Officer to enforce the Rules of Decorum. • Treat everyone courteously • Listen to others respectfully • Exercise self-control • Give open-minded consideration to all viewpoints • Focus on the issues and avoid personalizing debate • Embrace respectful disagreement and dissent as democratic rights that are inherent components of an inclusive public process and rolls for forging sound decisions
10. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION AT 6:00 P.M. OR AT THE END OF CLOSED SESSION, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST
11. REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS (CITY ATTORNEY)
12. INTRODUCTIONS (MAYOR)
13. PRESENTATIONS
3. 2023-0452 REPORT FROM CAPTAIN JONES OF CARSON SHERIFF'S STATION
14. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR MATTERS LISTED ON THE AGENDA (MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC) (LIMITED TO ONE HOUR)
The public may address the members of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency on any matters within the jurisdiction of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency or on any items on the agenda of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency, other than closed session matters, prior to any action taken on the agenda. Speakers are limited to no morethan three minutes, speaking once. Oral communications will be limited to one (1) hour unless extended by order of the Mayor with approval of the City Council.
15. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4. 2023-0454 APPROVAL OF THE FOLLOWING CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES: JUNE 6, 2023 (REGULAR)
16. CONSENT
ANY ITEM OR ITEMS MAY BE REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION These items are considered to be routine items of business and have, therefore, been placed on the CONSENT CALENDAR. For items remaining on the CONSENT CALENDAR, a single motion to ADOPT the recommended action is in order.
5. 2023-0459 Resolution No. 23-104, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,437,376.29, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS 167928 THROUGH 168229
6. 2023-0460 Resolution No. 23-08-CHA, A RESOLUTION OF THE CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,224.19, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS HA-001946 through HA-001951
7. 2023-0461 Resolution No. 23-08-CSA, A RESOLUTION OF THE CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,841.00, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS SA-001899 THROUGH SA-001901
8. 2023-0445 CONSIDER MONTHLY INVESTMENT AND CASH REPORT FOR THE CITY OF CARSON, CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY, CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY-MONTH ENDING MAY 31, 2023
9. 2023-0446 CONSIDER THE ANNUAL STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY- CITY OF CARSON, FORMER CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY AND CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY
10. 2023-0444 CONSIDER TAKING A POSITION OF SUPPORT AND SENDING A CORRESPONDING LETTER REGARDING ASSEMBLY BILL 1657, THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING BOND ACT OF 2024 (CITY COUNCIL)
11. 2023-0443 CONSIDER TAKING A POSITION OF SUPPORT AND SENDING A CORRESPONDING LETTER REGARDING SENATE BILL 331, PIQUI'S LAW, TO ADDRESS CONCERNS PERTAINING TO CHILD CUSTODY, ABUSE, AND SAFETY (CITY COUNCIL)
12. 2023-0440 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-098, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN, RESOLUTION NO. 77-111, BY ADOPTING A JOB SERIES FOR THE ACCOUNTANT I AND ACCOUNTANT II (CITY COUNCIL)
13. 2023-0420 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-101, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN, RESOLUTION 77-111, BY ADOPTING THE NEW JOB CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION AND SALARY ALLOCATION OF SENIOR EVENT SERVICES COORDINATOR (CITY COUNCIL)
14. 2023-0381 CONSIDER AWARD AND APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MOUR GROUP ENGINEERING + DESIGN, INC. TO PROVIDE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES FOR COMMERCIAL FAÇADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
15. 2023-0298 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO 1. TO THE AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF CARSON AND MRS ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. FOR ADDITIONAL SCOPE OF WORK FOR THE AUDIT OF PIPELINE FRANCHISES
16. 2023-0471 CONSIDER AWARDING A CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH TRANSTECH ENGINEERS, INC. TO PROVIDE BUILDING AND SAFETY SERVICES FOR THE CITY OF CARSON (CITY COUNCIL)
17. 2023-0425 CONSIDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-106, APPROVING THE BUDGET TRANSFERS IN FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023 IN PUBLIC SAFETY TO INCREASE THE ANIMAL CONTROL CONTRACT BUDGET
18. 2023-0472 CONSIDER EXTENSION OF LICENSE AGREEMENT (CONTRACT NO. 9.1550) WITH SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON ("SCE") FOR THE USE OF CERTAIN SCE PARCELS BY THE CITY OF CARSON FOR PARK USES AT HEMINGWAY PARK, TO EXPIRE ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2023
19. 2023-0412 CONSIDER AWARDING A PURCHASE ORDER TO COASTLINE EQUIPMENT OF LONG BEACH, CA, FOR THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) NEW 2023 JOHN DEERE 304 WHEEL LOADER FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS, TREE MAINTENANCE SECTION
20. 2023-0437 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH DAVID VOLZ DESIGN FOR DESIGN SERVICES FOR PROJECT NO. 1636: MILLS PARK IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
21. 2023-0465 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH SOUTHERN COUNTIES OIL CO. DBA SC FUELS FOR BULK PURCHASING OF GASOLINE AND DIESEL FUEL FOR ONE YEAR AT A NOT-TO-EXCEED COST OF $350,000, AND RESOLUTION NO. 23-100 TO INCREASE THE BUDGET FOR THE EXISTING TERM BY $50,000 (CITY COUNCIL)
22. 2023-0473 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH SWAYZER CORPORATION TO PROVIDE MEDIAN LANDSCAPING MAINTENANCE SERVICES
17. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
Public testimony is restricted to three minutes per speaker, speaking once (excepting applicants who are afforded a right of rebuttal, if desired), unless extended by order of the Mayor with the approval of the City Council.
23. 2023-0419 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-095, ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 ANNUAL BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND (CITY COUNCIL) CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 23-07-CSA, ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY (SUCCESSOR AGENCY) CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 23-07-CHA, ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY (HOUSING AUTHORITY) CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 23-096 APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE ANNUAL APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 (CITY COUNCIL) AND APPROVAL OF THE 2023-2024 SPECIAL EVENTS
18. DISCUSSION
24. 2023-0468 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-087 AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A SISTER CITY AFFILIATION WITH AWKA, NIGERIA (CITY COUNCIL)
25. 2023-0464 CONSIDER THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE CARSON FINANCE AND AUDIT COMMITTEE AND TO SET RULES AND PROCEDURES FOR THE COMMITTEE AS RECOMMENDED BY THE STATE CONTROLLER'S OFFICE (SCO)
26. 2023-0453 CONSIDERATION OF ONLY LOCAL UNCONTESTED APPOINTMENTS TO THE CITY’S COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES, AND BOARDS BY MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL AND CONSIDER ALL (CONTESTED AND UNCONTESTED) APPOINTMENTS TO ALL COMMISSIONS EXCEPT PLANNING COMMISSION, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION (CITY COUNCIL)
19. ORDINANCE SECOND READING
20. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR MATTERS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA (MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC)
The public may at this time address the members of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency on any matters within the jurisdiction of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency. No action may be taken on non-agendized items except as authorized by law. Speakers are requested to limit their comments to no more than three minutes each, speaking once.
21. COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS TO ADD ITEMS TO FUTURE AGENDAS
22. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (COUNCIL MEMBERS)
23. ANNOUNCEMENT OF UNFINISHED OR CONTINUED CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (AS NECESSARY)
24. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
25. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
26. REPORT OF ACTIONS ON UNFINISHED OR CONTINUED CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
27. MEMORIAL ADJOURNMENTS
28. ADJOURNMENT
