Gardena City Council

1 MINUTES Regular Meeting of the Gardena City Council Tuesday, September 14, 2021 In order to minimize the spread of the COVID 19 virus, Governor Newsom has issued Executive Orders that temporarily suspend requirements of the Brown Act. Please be advised that the Council Chambers are closed to the public and that some, or all, of the Gardena City Council Members may attend this meeting telephonically. The Regular Meeting Notice and Agenda of the Gardena City Council of the City of Gardena, California, was called to order via Zoom at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, September 14, 2021, Mayor Tasha Cerda presiding. 1. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Tasha Cerda; Mayor Pro Tem Rodney G. Tanaka; Council Member Mark E. Henderson; Council Member Art Kaskanian; and Council Member Paulette C. Francis. Other City Officials and Employees present: City Manager Clint Osorio; City Attorney Carmen Vasquez; and City Clerk Mina Semenza. At 7:03 p.m., the City Council recessed into Closed Session via Microsoft Teams, with the following in attendance: Mayor Tasha Cerda; Mayor Pro Tem Rodney G. Tanaka; Council Member Mark E. Henderson; Council Member Art Kaskanian; Council Member Paulette C. Francis; City Manager Clint Osorio; City Attorney Carmen Vasquez; and Outside Counsel Angela Powell. PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION - None 2. CLOSED SESSION 2.A CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION Gov. Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Fouzia Almarou, et. al v. City of Gardena, et al. United States District Court, Central District of California, Case No.2:18-cv-04908- CJC 2.B CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS Gov. Code Section 54957.6 Agency Designated Representative: Clint Osorio, City Manager Employee Organizations: 1. Gardena Police Officers Association (GPOA), Matt Hassholdt, Association President 2. Gardena Management Employees Organization (GMEO), Vicky L. Barker, Attorney 3. Gardena Municipal Employees Association (GMEA), Fred G. Quiel, Attorney 4. Confidential/ Unrepresented Employees Mayor Cerda reconvened the meeting to the Regular Open Session at 8:04 p.m., and the City Clerk noted the return of all Council Members, who were present at the meeting. When City Attorney Vasquez was asked if there was any reportable action from Closed Session, she stated that no reportable action had been taken.

2 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Adrian Avila and Caycee Martin led the Pledge of Allegiance. Adrian and Caycee are both in the 5th grade and attend Denker Elementary School. They were chosen to represent Denker as they are students demonstrating excellent citizenship and dedication to academic achievement in their classroom. 4. INVOCATION Mayor Pro Tem Rodney G. Tanaka led the Invocation. 5. PRESENTATIONS - None 6. PROCLAMATIONS 6.A Constitution Week - September 17 through September 23, 2021 - was proclaimed by Mayor Cerda 6.B City Employee Recognition Day - Thursday, September 16, 2021 – was proclaimed by Mayor Cerda 6.C "21st Annual Keep Gardena Beautiful Day" - Saturday, September 18, 2021 - was proclaimed by Mayor Cerda 7. APPOINTMENTS 7.A Council Appointments to Commissions, Committees, Councils and Boards (Appointees to be Ratified and Sworn In) Human Services Commission - Sharon Pamplin – was Appointed by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka Gardena Beautification Committee - Ochuwa Oghie and Dan Medina – both were Appointed by Council Member Francis It was moved by Council Member Kaskanian, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, and carried by the following roll call vote to Appoint Sharon Pamplin to the Human Services Commission, and Ochuwa and Dan Medina to the Beautification Committee: Ayes: Council Member Kaskanian, Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, Council Members Henderson and Francis and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent: None

3 8. CONSENT CALENDAR 8.A Approve Minutes: Regular Meeting of the City Council, July 13, 2021 Regular Meeting of the City Council, July 27, 2021 Special Meeting of the Gardena Financing Agency, July 27, 2021 Regular Meeting of the City Council, August 10, 2021 Regular Meeting of the Gardena Financing Agency, August 10, 2021 CONTACT: CITY CLERK 8.B Receive and File of Minutes: Planning & Environmental Quality Commission, July 20, 2021 CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 8.C Approval of Warrants/Payroll Register, August 24, 2021 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER September 9, 2021: Wire Transfer: 12047-12049; Check Nos. 164245-164423 – for a total Warrants issued in the amount of $1,777,385.07; Total Payroll Issued for August 13, 2021: $1,519,750.72. 8.D Approval of Warrants/Payroll Register, September 14, 2021 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER September 9, 2021: Wire Transfer: 12050-12053; Check Nos. 164435-164593 – for a total Warrants issued in the amount of $2,543,511.03; Total Payroll Issued for August 27, 2021: $1,896,416.86 and September 10, 2021: $1,714,409.79. 8.E Monthly Portfolio, July 2021 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER 8.F Personnel Report No. P-2021-16 CONTACT: HUMAN RESOURCES 8.G Approve Carnival Agreement with Baque Bros/Classic Rides for Fall Carnival at Mas Fukai on Friday, October 29, Saturday, October 30, and Sunday, October 31, 2021. CONTACT: RECREATION & HUMAN SERVICES 8.H Approve Agreement between the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority and the City of Gardena for Proposition A Incentive Funding for Sub- Regional Paratransit Services CONTACT: TRANSPORTATION 8.I RESOLUTION NO. 6530, Authorizing the Application for Federal Transit Administration funding under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARP) of 2021 CONTACT: TRANSPORTATION

4 RESOLUTION NO. 6530 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION FUNDING UNDER THE AMERICAN RESURE PLAN ACT (ARP) OF 2021 8.J Approval of Final Parcel Map No. 82449 CONTACT: PUBLIC WORKS 8.K Award Construction Contract for Mas Fukai Park Improvements - Existing Fence Rehabilitation Project, JN 820, to Ed's Fencing, Inc., in the Amount of $83,730.00; Additionally Declare CEQA Exemption, and Approve Project Plans CONTACT: PUBLIC WORKS It was moved by Council Member Henderson, seconded by Council Member Kaskanian, and carried by the following roll call vote to Approve all Items on the Consent Calendar: Ayes: Council Members Henderson, Kaskanian and Francis, Mayor Cerda and Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka Noes: None Absent: None 9. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR 10. PLANNING & ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMISSION ACTION SHEET 10.A AUGUST 17, 2021 MEETING A General Plan conformity determination for purchase of 1.19-acre parcel located at 2501 W. Rosecrans Avenue (APN: 4059-018-013). Commission Action: The Commission approved Resolution No. PC 11-21, which serves as the Planning Commission’s General Plan conformity report in accordance with Government Code section 65402. City Council Action: No action needed. Received and Filed 10.B AUGUST 17, 2021 MEETING The Planning Commission considered an ordinance amending Gardena Municipal Code Chapter 18.40 relating to parking and loading to permit off- site parking, street parking, and tandem parking with a conditional use permit in certain circumstances. Commission Action: The Commission approved Resolution No. PC 12-21, recommending the City Council approve Ordinance No. 1883. City Council Action: No action needed; this item has been set for the September 14, 2021, City Council meeting. Received and Filed

5 ORAL COMMUNICATIONS – No Speakers 11. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES - No Items 12. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 12.A PUBLIC HEARING: RESOLUTION NO. 6531, Upholding the Decision of the Planning Commission and approving Site Plan Review #2-21 and Vesting Tentative Map #1- 21, for the Construction of 30 Attached Condominium Townhomes, Including Three Affordable, Low-Income Units, in Six Buildings on a 0.9- Acre Lot Located in the High- Density Multiple-Family Residential Zone (R-4) Per Section 18.44.010 and Title 17 of The Gardena Municipal Code, and Direction to Staff to File a Notice of Exemption from CEQA pursuant to Guidelines Section 15332 (Class 32), as an In-Fill Development Project APPLICANT: G3 Urban Inc. LOCATION: 15717 and 15725 S. Normandie Avenue RESOLUTION NO. 6531 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA, UPHOLDING THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S DECISION AND APPROVING SITE PLAN REVIEW #2-21 AND VESTING TENTATIVE MAP #1-21, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF 30 ATTACHED CONDOMINIUM TOWNHOMES, INCLUDING THREE AFFORDABLE, LOW- INCOME UNITS, IN SIX BUILDINGS ON A 0.9-ACRE LOT LOCATED IN THE HIGH-DENSITY MULTIPLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL ZONE (R-4) PER SECTION 18.44.010 AND TITLE 17 OF THE GARDENA MUNICIPAL CODE, AND DIRECTION TO STAFF TO FILE A NOTICE OF EXEMPTION FROM CEQA PURSANT TO GUIDELINES SECCTION 15332 (CLASS 32), AS AN IN-FILL DEVELOPMENT PROJECT (15717 & 15725 S. NORMANDIE AVENUE) (APN # 6105-009- 008, 009) City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report Senior Planner Amanda Acuna gave a Power Point presentation. There was a discussion regarding affordable housing numbers, it was asked if a gate was going to be put in, if the property had been cleared from any contamination and about parking. They also discussed having transit near the project, the types of units and number of guest parking spots, and lighting and landscaping for the project. Assistant City Attorney answered Council’s questions and brought in Consultant Veronica Tam came into meeting and she explained the benefits of low-income housing.

6 The Applicant, Mitch Gardner came into the meeting and explained what due diligence was done on the property; he also talked about the parking and amount of spaces for each unit. He then said he enjoys working with staff and is always out looking for more. Mayor Cerda opened the Public Hearing at 8:32 p.m. and asked if there were any comments from the public. Public Speakers: Graham Jenkins, resident spoke in favor of the project and said it would be a good project for Gardena. There was no further comment; Mayor Cerda closed the Public Hearing at 9:03 p.m. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, seconded by Council Member Henderson, and carried by the following roll call vote to Approve Resolution No. 6531: Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, Council Members Henderson, Kaskanian, Francis and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent:None 12.B PUBLIC HEARING: ORDINANCE NO. 1832, Introduction of an Ordinance adopting amendments to the Gardena Municipal Code, Chapter 18.40 relating to parking and loading, to permit off-site parking, street parking, and tandem parking with a conditional use permit in certain circumstances. The project is exempt from the provisions of CEQA pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3). ORDINANCE NO. 1832 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA AMENDING CHAPTER 18.40 OF THE GARDENA MUNICIPAL RELATING TO REQUIRED PARKING AND LOADING TO PERMIT OFF-SITE PARKING, STREET PARKING, TANDEM, AND OTHER CONFIGURATIONS WITH A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report. Former Interim Director Gregg McClain gave a Power Point presentation. Mayor Cerda opened the Public Hearing at 9:17 p.m. and asked if there were any comments from the public. There was a discussion regarding reaching out to the business community regarding loading zones, if a portion of the public street or alley way can be used as a parking space, if we would allow a towing company to park their trucks on the street, and if now would be the time to put in the code that we do not approve of lifts. Former Interim Director McClain answered Council’s questions and Assistant City Attorney Kranitz spoke regarding the Ordinance and the amendments to the municipal code. There was no further comment; Mayor Cerda closed the Public Hearing at 9:38 p.m.

7 It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, seconded by Council Member Henderson, and carried by the following roll call vote to make a motion to Introduce Ordinance No. 1832: Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, Council Members Henderson and Kaskanian and Mayor Cerda Noes: Council Member Francis Absent: None 12.C ORDINANCE NO. 1834: Introduction of an Ordinance regarding City Council review of Planning Commission actions. The project is exempt from the provisions of CEQA pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3). ORDINANCE NO. 1834 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA AMENDING SECTION 18.72.050 OF THE GARDENA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE CALL FOR REVIEW PROCEDURES City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report. There was a discussion which included Council; Council Member Francis spoke about how Council conducts their business and how there are things that need to be discussed as a body; she then spoke about the calls for review and thinks they have all been valid; she then said it’s an opportunity to have a discussion. It was then brought up by Council Member Kaskanian that it’s a good idea to talk with your appointed commissioner to check the status of the projects; and Mayor Pro Tem stated that Council appoints these commissioners because we trust they will do the right thing. Mayor Cerda then stated if we have a concern about a certain project, then we need to bring it to the City Manager’s attention for clarification. Director of Community Development Tsujiuchi spoke about the 10-day appeal period. Former Interim Director, McClain added that these reviews are not funded, and advised Council to call for review when it’s important. Assistant City Attorney Kranitz explained the way the municipal code is currently set up for the Planning Commission to be the decision-making body and then how it would go to Council for receive and file. Developer Mitch Gardner of G3 Urban came into the meeting and shared the developer’s perspective. Public Speaker: Zahid Ahmed, came into the meeting and agreed with Council Member Francis that each of the Council should have the right to call for review.

8 It was moved by Council Member Henderson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, and carried by the following roll call vote to make a motion to Introduce Ordinance No. 1834: Ayes: Council Member Henderson, Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka and Mayor Cerda Noes: Council Member Kaskanian, Council Member Francis Absent: None 12.D 2021-2029 Draft Housing Element Presentation City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report. Veronica Tam presented a Power Point Presentation. There was a discussion about how we might change our view on zoning between now and 1/27/2022; an increase in our RHNA numbers; how do we make sure HCD doesn’t penalize us because we didn’t meet our numbers Consultant Veronica Tam and Assistant City Attorney Lisa Kranitz answered questions from Council. 13. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ELECTED & ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES 13.A ORDINANCE NO. 1833, Adding Chapter 2.68 to the Gardena Municipal Code Codifying the Gardena Beautification Commission ORDINANCE NO. 1833 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA AMENDING CHAPTER 2.68 TO THE GARDENA MUNICIPAL CODE CODIFYING THE GARDENA BEAUTIFICATION COMMISSION City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report. There was a discussion about how the commission mainly deals with more of the landscape and right of ways throughout the City. It was moved by Council Member Francis, seconded by Council Member Kaskanian, and carried by the following roll call vote to make a motion to Introduce Ordinance No. 1833: Ayes: Council Members Francis and Kaskanian, Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, Council Member Henderson and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent: None

9 13.B RESOLUTION NO. 6532: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gardena supporting the Cities Gaming Initiative RESOLUTION NO. 6532 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA SUPPORTING THE CITIES GAMING INITIATIVE City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, seconded by Council Member Kaskanian, and carried by the following roll call vote to Adopt Resolution No. 6532: Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, Council Members Kaskanian, Henderson and Francis and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent: None 13.C Approval of Purchase and Sale Agreement for Acquisition of Property at 2501 W. Rosecrans Avenue, Gardena, CA 90249 City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report. Council Member Henderson commended Council for making this decision; it’s a reinvestment in our community. Council Member Francis agreed. City Manager Osorio explained that this a direct result of Measure G. It was moved by Council Member Francis, seconded by Council Member Kaskanian, and carried by the following roll call vote to Approve the Purchase and Sale Agreement: Ayes: Council Member Francis and Kaskanian, Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, Council Member Henderson and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent: None 13.D COVID-19 Update City Manager Osorio presented the update. 14. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS – POLICE - No Items 15. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - PUBLIC WORKS – No Items 16. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - RECREATION & HUMAN SERVICES - No Items

10 17. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - TRANSPORTATION 17.A Approve the Purchase of two (2) 2016 Trolley Buses from Sawyer Inc. for a Total of $174,184. There as a discussion about the deposit and what was the reasoning for purchasing two trolleys; it was mentioned that maybe one could run on the north side and one could run on the south side of town; it was stated that it will add some fun to our transportation and how our City will morph into a modern city developing restaurants, card casinos, etc. Mayor Cerda asked about cameras and if they are ADA compliant. City Manager Osorio replied that we are purchasing two; one will be used as a back up; he then mentioned that these trolleys will bring a hometown feel. Director Crespo then added that we will retrofit them with cameras and make them smart buses; he then said you could get a wheelchair on them, they are equipped with a ramp. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, seconded by Council Member Francis, and carried by the following roll call vote to Approve Purchase: Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, Council Members Francis, Henderson and Kaskanian and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent: None 18. COUNCIL ITEMS - No Items 19. COUNCIL DIRECTIVES Council Member Henderson (1) If we could look at the vacant property on Marine next to the Hospital; Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka seconded it. (2) Barriers on Redondo Beach Boulevard at Bank of America if we contact the business owners regarding the trash; Council Member Kaskanian seconded it. Council Member Francis (1) Street Vendor Ordinance – City Attorney Vasquez reported on the status. (2) Can the website regarding Boards and Commissions be updated. (3) Can we see why it’s taking so long to get plans approved; I got a complaint that it’s taking months. Council Member Henderson seconded it.

11 20. CITY MANAGER REMARKS RE: DIRECTIVES / COUNCIL ITEMS (1) Co-Ed Softball happening at Rowley Park – we are sold out but have waitlist for next season; (2) Food, Wine and Brew Festival October 2, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Featuring: DW3 at City Hall, Rick Parma, Eagles Tribute band; (3) Harvest Festival October 16, 2021 from 10:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. at City Hall; (4) Chili Cook off during Harvest Festival on October 16, 2021 12-2pm at City Hall; (5) Let’s have fun at Freeman 9/23/2021 from 5-7:00 p.m. Ice Cream Social; (6) Community Clean-up Day 9/18 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; We are also having a Waste Event see flyer for items you can bring; (7) Fur Baby Lovefest taking place 10/10 from 1:00-5:00p.m. at City Hall; Donations appreciated – well behaved dogs on leash; cats in secured carriers are welcome. (8) Jazz Festival / Senior BBQ and upcoming events video; (9) 9/11 video; (10) Brought in Ray Beeman who was just recently promoted to Director of Administrative Services, has been here 6 years in October. 21. COUNCIL REMARKS 1. COUNCIL MEMBER KASKANIAN - He congratulated Ray Beeman for his Director promotion. Since the last meeting he attended the following: the Grand Opening for Raising Cane's; the Gardena Jazz Festival, he thanked everyone who participated and the Park and Recreation Department for doing a great job. He apologizes to the Seniors because he was unable to attend the Senior BBQ Event. He also attended the Jewish Celebration "Rosh Hashanah" and wished everyone a Happy New Year. He stated that he looks forward to seeing everyone on Saturday for Clean-Up Day. 2. COUNCIIL MEMBER HENDERSON - Since the last meeting he attended the following: the LACO Redistricting Meeting; the South Bay Cities Council of Governments Broadband - discussion regarding Fiber Network; a discussion regarding Metro Developing Express Lanes on the 405 Freeway and how it impacts the Westside as well as the South Bay; AQMD meeting regarding a potential Fulfillment Center at the LA Harbor Gateway; Joint SCAG League of Cities discussion regarding SB-9; LACO Business Federation COVID-19 Meeting; attended the Gardena Jazz Festival; Music Festival in Long Beach and Festival in Carson. One of his highlights was that he had a chance to tour Ramona's and had a great time doing so. Since his been off, his enjoying being a "Grand Dude" not a grand dad to his grandchildren. He celebrated his daughter engagement and congratulated his daughter and her husband to be. He also, attended ICA (Independent Cities Association) in Santa Barbara.

12 3. COUNCIL MEMBER FRANCIS – Since the last meeting she attended Raising Cane’s Grand Opening; the Local California Meeting via Zoom; the Redistricting Meeting for LAUSD as well as the County of Supervisor Assembly District; the Gardena Jazz Festival; the 9/11 Commemoration Ceremony. She stated that she enjoys voting at the polls and went to Rowley Park to cast her ballot where she votes no on the re-call, while she was there, she also got a COVID test. She is looking forward to seeing everyone on Saturday for the community Clean-up in conjunction with the Bulky Item pick-up at Rowley Park. She mentions that the SB-2 Bill has passed and is waiting for it to be sign. She wants to remind everyone that our young people are back in school, which means that they are walking and riding bicycles afterschool with their face in their phones and not paying attention, so please watch out for them and making sure everyone makes it home safe. She wants everyone to continue washing their hands and practice social distance. 4. MAYOR CERDA - Since the last meeting she attended the Raising Cane’s Grand Opening and thanked her colleagues who attended the event and who attend other events as well. She attended a quarterly Zoom Meeting with Supervisor Holly Mitchell where she provided an overview of things that can benefit the City of Gardena. She also attended the following: the monthly CCGA Meeting and thanked everyone for supporting tonight’s Resolution; the monthly Sanitation Meeting; the swearing-in ceremony of the new City of Compton Mayor Emma Sharif; the Gardena Jazz Festival, she thanked the staff for doing a great job as they had less volunteers this year. She was unable to attend the retirement ceremony for Lieutenant Erick Lee, she congratulated him and wished him a great retirement. Also, commend him for his 28 years of service with Gardena. She attended the Promotion ceremony for John Francis and Raul Alarcon. On Labor Day she had an opportunity to meet Governor Newson again. She attended the 9/11 ceremony and she thanked everyone who participated in the event and thanked staff for a great ceremony and amazing job. She also did a community update for a local Neighborhood Watch Group. She mentioned and talked about the graffiti issue in Gardena and encourages everyone to report any graffiti by using the Gardena Direct App. She stated that she will be attending the upcoming Employee Recognition and wants to thank all City Employees for all that they do throughout the year. She expressed her concerns regarding vendors and how they are not currently allowed in the city and encourages everyone to alert the authorities. 5. MAYOR PRO TEM TANAKA – He stated his opinion on the graffiti problem in Gardena. Since the last meeting, he was unable to attend the Raising Cane’s Grand Opening. He attended the Gardena Jazz Festival, he commended Stephany and her staff for an awesome event. He has been placed in three or four sub-committees with the South Bay CCOG – he is part of the Homeless Committee; Legislative Committee; Strategy on Environmental issues; and Local Travel Network. He attended the South Bay CCOG Board Meeting and Steering Committee, stating that the SBCCOG has a lot of things happening specially with SB-9. He apologizes for not attending the 9-11 City Event as he was attending another event that was just as special were he presided over a funeral. He celebrated his granddaughter 13th birthday. He attended the retirement celebration of Lieutenant Erick Lee and Promotion for John Francis and Raul Alarcon to the rank of sergeant.

GARDENA CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting Notice and Agenda Council Chamber at City Hall 1700 West 162nd Street, Gardena, California Website: www.cityofgardena.org Tuesday, September 14, 2021 Closed Session 7:00 p.m. Open Session 7:30 p.m. TASHA CERDA, Mayor RODNEY G. TANAKA, Mayor Pro Tem PAULETTE C. FRANCIS, Council Member ART KASKANIAN, Council Member MARK E. HENDERSON, Council Member MINA SEMENZA, City Clerk J. INGRID TSUKIYAMA, City Treasurer CLINT OSORIO, City Manager CARMEN VASQUEZ, City Attorney LISA KRANITZ, Assistant City Attorney PETER L. WALLIN, Deputy City Attorney In order to minimize the spread of the COVID 19 virus Governor Newsom has issued Executive Orders that temporarily suspend requirements of the Brown Act. Please be advised that the Council Chambers are closed to the public and that some, or all, of the Gardena City Council Members may attend this meeting telephonically. If you would like to participate in this meeting, you can participate via the following options: 1. VIEW THE MEETING live on SPECTRUM CHANNEL 22 or ONLINE at youtube.com/CityofGardena 2. PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING by emailing the Deputy City Clerk at publiccomment@cityofgardena.org by 5:00p.m. on the day of the meeting and write "Public Comment" in the subject line. 3. PARTICIPATE DURING THE MEETING VIA ZOOM WEBINAR Join Zoom Meeting Via the Internet or Via Phone Conference https://us02web.zoom.us/j87659902077/ Phone number: US: +1 669 900 9128, Meeting ID: 876 5990 2077 If you wish to speak live on a specific agenda item during the meeting you, may use the “Raise your Hand” feature during the item you wish to speak on. For Non-Agenda Items, you would be allowed to speak during Oral Communications, and during a Public Hearing you would be allowed to speak when the Mayor opens the Public Hearing. Members of the public wishing to address the City Council will be given three (3) minutes to speak. 4. The City of Gardena, in complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), requests individuals who require special accommodations to access, attend and/or participate in the City meeting due to disability, to please contact the City Clerk's Office by phone (310) 217-9565 or email bromero@cityofgardena.org at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled general meeting to ensure assistance is provided. Assistive listening devices are available. The City of Gardena thanks you in advance for taking all precautions to prevent spreading the COVID 19 virus. 1

1. ROLL CALL 2. CLOSED SESSION 2.A CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION Gov. Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Fouzia Almarou, et. al v. City of Gardena, et al. United States District Court, Central District of California, Case No.2:18-cv-04908- CJC 2.B CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS Gov. Code Section 54957.6 Agency Designated Representative: Clint Osorio, City Manager Employee Organizations: 1. Gardena Police Officers Association (GPOA), Matt Hassholdt, Association President 2. Gardena Management Employees Organization (GMEO), Vicky L. Barker, Attorney 3. Gardena Municipal Employees Association (GMEA), Fred G. Quiel, Attorney 4. Confidential/ Unrepresented Employees 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3.A Adrian Avila - 5th Grade - Denker Avenue Elementary School Caycee Martin - 5th Grade - Denker Avenue Elementary School 4. INVOCATION Presented by Council Member Rodney Tanaka 5. PRESENTATIONS 6. PROCLAMATIONS STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR THAT PROMOTE CIVILITY AT ALL PUBLIC MEETINGS 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; and Embrace respectful disagreement and dissent as democratic rights, inherent components of an inclusive public process, and tools for forging sound decisions. Thank you for your attendance and cooperation PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION The City Council will hear from the public only on the items that have been described on this agenda (GC §54954.3) 2

6.A Constitution Week - September 17 through September 23, 2021 To be Proclaimed Only Proclaim Only-Constitution Week-2021.pdf 6.B City Employee Recognition Day - Thursday, September 16, 2021 To be Proclaimed Only Proclaim Only-City Employee Recognition Day-2021.pdf 6.C "21st Annual Keep Gardena Beautiful Day" - Saturday, September 18, 2021 To be Proclaimed Only Proclaim Only-Keep Gardena Beautiful Day-2021.pdf 7. APPOINTMENTS 7.A Council Appointments to Commissions, Committees, Councils and Boards (Appointees to be Ratified and Sworn In) Human Services Commission - Sharon Pamplin (Appointed by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka) Gardena Beautification Committee - Ochuwa Oghie Gardena Beautification Committee - Dan Medina (Appointed by Council Member Francis) Human Services Application - S. Pamplin.pdf Beautification Committee - O. Oghie.pdf 8. CONSENT CALENDAR NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC- Roll Call Vote Required On The Consent Calendar All matters listed under the Consent Calendar will be enacted by one motion unless a Council Member requests Council discussion, in which case that item will be removed from the Consent Calendar and considered separately following this portion of the agenda. 8.A Approve Minutes: Regular Meeting of the City Council, July 13, 2021 Regular Meeting of the City Council, July 27, 2021 Special Meeting of the Gardena Financing Agency, July 27, 2021 Regular Meeting of the City Council, August 10, 2021 Regular Meeting of the Gardena Financing Agency, August 10, 2021 CONTACT: CITY CLERK 2021 07-13 REGULAR Minutes Gardena CC Meeting - FINAL.pdf 2021 07-27 REGULAR Minutes Gardena CC Meeting - FINAL.pdf 2021 07-27 Gardena Financing Agency Special Meeting - FINAL.pdf 2021 08-10 REGULAR Minutes Gardena CC Meeting - FINAL.pdf 2021 08-10 Gardena Financing Agency Regular Meeting - FINAL.pdf 8.B Receive and File of Minutes: Planning & Environmental Quality Commission, July 20, 2021 CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 21_07_20 PCMIN.pdf 3

8.C Approval of Warrants/Payroll Register, August 24, 2021 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER Warrants-Payroll_Register_Memo_08-24-21a.pdf 8.D Approval of Warrants/Payroll Register, September 14, 2021 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER Warrants-Payroll Register Memo 09-14-21b.pdf 8.E Monthly Portfolio, July 2021 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER July 2021 Investment Report.pdf 8.F Personnel Report No. P-2021-16 CONTACT: HUMAN RESOURCES PERS RPT P-2021-16 09-14-21.doc Attachment 1_Classification & Compensation Plan - Eff. September 14, 2021.pdf Attachment 2_Executive Assistant to Chief of Police Job Description.docx 8.G Approve Carnival Agreement with Baque Bros/Classic Rides for Fall Carnival at Mas Fukai on Friday, October 29, Saturday, October 30, and Sunday, October 31, 2021. CONTACT: RECREATION & HUMAN SERVICES Carnival_Agreement_Council_2021 (1).pdf 8.H Approve Agreement between the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority and the City of Gardena for Proposition A Incentive Funding for Sub- Regional Paratransit Services CONTACT: TRANSPORTATION Gardena Subregional Paratransit MOU 22-27 Final.pdf 8.I RESOLUTION NO. 6530, Authorizing the Application for Federal Transit Administration funding under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARP) of 2021 CONTACT: TRANSPORTATION FTA ARPA Grant RESO No. 6530_9_14_21.pdf 8.J Approval of Final Parcel Map No. 82449 CONTACT: PUBLIC WORKS Parcel Map 82449.pdf 8.K Award Construction Contract for Mas Fukai Park Improvements - Existing Fence Rehabilitation Project, JN 820, to Ed's Fencing, Inc., in the Amount of $83,730.00; Additionally Declare CEQA Exemption, and Approve Project Plans CONTACT: PUBLIC WORKS JN 820 Mas Fukai Fence Rehab Plans.pdf NOE_JN 820 Fence Rehab.pdf JN 820 Project Location Map_.pdf JN 820 Mas Fukai Fence Rehab Contract.pdf 9. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR 10. PLANNING & ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMISSION ACTION SHEET 4

10.A AUGUST 17, 2021 MEETING A General Plan conformity determination for purchase of 1.19-acre parcel located at 2501 W. Rosecrans Avenue (APN: 4059-018-013). Commission Action: The Commission approved Resolution No. PC 11-21, which serves as the Planning Commission’s General Plan conformity report in accordance with Government Code section 65402. City Council Action: No action needed. 10.B AUGUST 17, 2021 MEETING The Planning Commission conspired an ordinance amending Gardena Municipal Code Chapter 18.40 relating to parking and loading to permit off-site parking, street parking, and tandem parking with a conditional use permit in certain circumstances. Commission Action: The Commission approved Resolution No. PC 12-21, recommending the City Council approve Ordinance No. 1883. City Council Action: No action needed; this item has been set for the September 14, 2021, City Council meeting. For the complete Planning Commission Packet Click Here 2021_08_17 PCAX.pdf 11. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 12. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (LIMITED TO A 30-MINUTE PERIOD) Oral Communications by the public will be heard for one-half hour at or before 8:30 p.m. or at the conclusion of the last agenda item commenced prior to 8:30 p.m. Oral Communications not concluded at that time shall be resumed at the end of the meeting after Council Reports. Speakers are to limit their remarks to three minutes, unless extended by the Mayor. An amber light will appear to alert the speaker when two minutes are complete, and a red light will appear when three minutes are over. Your cooperation is appreciated. 5

12.A PUBLIC HEARING: RESOLUTION NO. 6531, Upholding the Decision of the Planning Commission and approving Site Plan Review #2-21 and Vesting Tentative Map #1-21, for the Construction of 30 Attached Condominium Townhomes, Including Three Affordable, Low-Income Units, in Six Buildings on a 0.9-Acre Lot Located in the High-Density Multiple-Family Residential Zone (R-4) Per Section 18.44.010 and Title 17 of The Gardena Municipal Code, and Direction to Staff to File a Notice of Exemption from CEQA pursuant to Guidelines Section 15332 (Class 32), as an In-Fill Development Project APPLICANT: G3 Urban Inc. LOCATION: 15717 and 15725 S. Normandie Avenue Staff Recommendation: Conduct a Public Hearing, please allow three (3) minutes for each speaker, Adopt Resolution No. 6531, upholding the Planning and Environmental Quality Commission’s decision, and approve Site Plan Review #2-21 and Vesting Tentative Map #1-21. Agenda Staff Report Item No. 12.A.pdf Resolution No. 6531 with attachments.pdf Planning Commission Packet Dated July 20, 2021 with Presentation.pdf 12.B PUBLIC HEARING: ORDINANCE NO. 1832 , Introduction of an Ordinance adopting amendments to the Gardena Municipal Code, Chapter 18.40 relating to parking and loading, to permit off-site parking, street parking, and tandem parking with a conditional use permit in certain circumstances. The project is exempt from the provisions of CEQA pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3). Staff Recommendation: Conduct a Public Hearing, please allow three (3) minutes for each speaker, and Introduce Ordinance No 1832 Draft Ordinance No. 1832.pdf Planning Commission Staff Report 7-20-2021 Planning Commission Staff Report 8-17-2021 Resolution No. PC 10-21.pdf Resolution No. PC 12-21.pdf 12.C ORDINANCE NO. 1834: Introduction of an Ordinance regarding City Council review of Planning Commission actions. The project is exempt from the provisions of CEQA pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3). Staff Recommendation: Introduce Ordinance No. 1834 Call for Review Staff Report.pdf Call for Review Ordinance.pdf 12.D 2021-2029 Draft Housing Element Presentation 13. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ELECTED & ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES 13.A ORDINANCE NO. 1833, Adding Chapter 2.68 to the Gardena Municipal Code Codifying the Gardena Beautification Commission Staff Recommendation: Staff respectfully recommends that Council Introduce Ordinance No. 1833 ORDINANCE No. 1833.pdf 6

13.B RESOLUTION NO. 6532: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gardena supporting the Cities Gaming Initiative Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 6532 8-18-2021 CCGA Comparative Analysis of two Sports Wagering Initiatives.pdf CCGA 9-1-2021 -Resolution on Sports Wagering Initiative.pdf Resolution No.6532 - Supporting the Cities Gaming Initiative.pdf 13.C Approval of Purchase and Sale Agreement for Acquisition of Property at 2501 W. Rosecrans Avenue, Gardena, CA 90249 Staff Recommendation: 1) Approve the Purchase and Sale Agreement for the acquisition of 2501 W. Rosecrans Avenue, Gardena CA 90249; 2) Direct staff to file the attached Notice of Exemption pursuant to Categorical Exemption Guidelines section 15061(b)(3)– commonsense exemption. 2501 W. Rosecrans Ave. Gardena CA. PSA .pdf Notice of Exemption - Rosecrans.pdf 13.D COVID-19 Update 14. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - POLICE 15. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - PUBLIC WORKS 16. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - RECREATION & HUMAN SERVICES 17. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - TRANSPORTATION 17.A Approve the Purchase of two (2) 2016 Trolley Buses from Sawyer Inc. for a Total of $174,184. Staff Recommendation: Approve Purchase Trolley Purchase Information.pdf Trolley Photographs.pdf 18. COUNCIL ITEMS 19. COUNCIL DIRECTIVES 20. CITY MANAGER REMARKS RE: DIRECTIVES / COUNCIL ITEMS 21. COUNCIL REMARKS 1. COUNCIL MEMBER KASKANIAN 2. COUNCIL MEMBER HENDERSON 3. COUNCIL MEMBER FRANCIS 4. MAYOR CERDA 5. MAYOR PRO TEM TANAKA 22. ANNOUNCEMENT(S) 7

23. REMEMBRANCES All those who lost their lives as a result of the terrorist attacks within the United States on September 11, 2001; Mr. Herman Thompson; 47 years of age, beloved cousin of Dianne Dent, Assistant Site Manager with the Recreation Department - Senior Bureau; Mrs. Savey Tufenkian; 92 years of age, beloved sister of the owner of Waste Resources, Mrs. Reiko Miyoshi; long time Gardena resident for over 55 years, she is survived by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren; Mrs. Yoshiko Susie Yoshinaga; 91 years of age. She was a loving mother of four sons, devoted wife, grandmother, and a resident of Gardena for 64 years. She was predeceased by her husband George, former City of Gardena Council appointee to various committees, and her son Robin. She is survived by her sons Paul, Mark, and Tim, and her grandchildren; and In memory of the 13 service members who lost their lives in Afghanistan on August 26, 2021. 24. ADJOURNMENT The Gardena City Council will adjourn to the Closed Session portion of the City Council Meeting at 7:00 p.m. followed by the Regular City Council Meeting at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 28, 2021. I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing agenda was posted in the City Hall lobby not less than 72 hours prior to the meeting. A copy of said Agenda is available on our website at www.CityofGardena.org. Dated this 10th day of September 2021. /s/ MINA SEMENZA MINA SEMENZA, City Clerk 8

1 GARDENA CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting Notice and Agenda Council Chamber at City Hall 1700 West 162nd Street, Gardena, California Website: www.cityofgardena.org Tuesday, September 14, 2021 Closed Session 7:00 p.m. Open Session 7:30 p.m. TASHA CERDA, Mayor MINA SEMENZA, City Clerk RODNEY G. TANAKA, Mayor Pro Tem J. INGRID TSUKIYAMA, City Treasurer PAULETTE C. FRANCIS, Council Member CLINT OSORIO, City Manager ART KASKANIAN, Council Member CARMEN VASQUEZ, City Attorney MARK E. HENDERSON, Council Member LISA KRANITZ, Assistant City Attorney PETER L. WALLIN, Deputy City Attorney In order to minimize the spread of the COVID 19 virus Governor Newsom has issued Executive Orders that temporarily suspend requirements of the Brown Act. Please be advised that the Council Chambers are closed to the public and that some, or all, of the Gardena City Council Members may attend this meeting telephonically. If you would like to participate in this meeting, you can participate via the following options: 1. VIEW THE MEETING live on SPECTRUM CHANNEL 22 or ONLINE at youtube.com/CityofGardena 2. PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING by emailing the Deputy City Clerk at publiccomment@cityofgardena.org by 5:00p.m. on the day of the meeting and write "Public Comment" in the subject line. 3. PARTICIPATE DURING THE MEETING VIA ZOOM WEBINAR Join Zoom Meeting Via the Internet or Via Phone Conference https://us02web.zoom.us/j87659902077/ Phone number: US: +1 669 900 9128, Meeting ID: 876 5990 2077 If you wish to speak live on a specific agenda item during the meeting you, may use the “Raise your Hand” feature during the item you wish to speak on. For Non-Agenda Items, you would be allowed to speak during Oral Communications, and during a Public Hearing you would be allowed to speak when the Mayor opens the Public Hearing. Members of the public wishing to address the City Council will be given three (3) minutes to speak. 4. The City of Gardena, in complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), requests individuals who require special accommodations to access, attend and/or participate in the City meeting due to disability, to please contact the City Clerk's Office by phone (310) 217-9565 or email bromero@cityofgardena.org at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled general meeting to ensure assistance is provided. Assistive listening devices are available. The City of Gardena thanks you in advance for taking all precautions to prevent spreading the COVID 19 virus.

2 STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR THAT PROMOTE CIVILITY AT ALL PUBLIC MEETINGS 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; and Embrace respectful disagreement and dissent as democratic rights, inherent components of an inclusive public process, and tools for forging sound decisions. Thank you for your attendance and cooperation 1. ROLL CALL PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION The City Council will hear from the public only on the items that have been described on this agenda (GC §54954.3) 2. CLOSED SESSION 2.A CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION Gov. Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Fouzia Almarou, et. al v. City of Gardena, et al. United States District Court, Central District of California, Case No.2:18-cv-04908- CJC 2.B CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS Gov. Code Section 54957.6 Agency Designated Representative: Clint Osorio, City Manager Employee Organizations: 1. Gardena Police Officers Association (GPOA), Matt Hassholdt, Association President 2. Gardena Management Employees Organization (GMEO), Vicky L. Barker, Attorney 3. Gardena Municipal Employees Association (GMEA), Fred G. Quiel, Attorney 4. Confidential/ Unrepresented Employees 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3.A Adrian Avila - 5th Grade - Denker Avenue Elementary School Caycee Martin - 5th Grade - Denker Avenue Elementary School 4. INVOCATION Presented by Council Member Rodney Tanaka 5. PRESENTATIONS 6. PROCLAMATIONS

3 6.A Constitution Week - September 17 through September 23, 2021 To be Proclaimed Only Proclaim Only-Constitution Week-2021.pdf 6.B City Employee Recognition Day - Thursday, September 16, 2021 To be Proclaimed Only Proclaim Only-City Employee Recognition Day-2021.pdf 6.C "21st Annual Keep Gardena Beautiful Day" - Saturday, September 18, 2021 To be Proclaimed Only Proclaim Only-Keep Gardena Beautiful Day-2021.pdf 7. APPOINTMENTS 7.A Council Appointments to Commissions, Committees, Councils and Boards (Appointees to be Ratified and Sworn In) Human Services Commission - Sharon Pamplin (Appointed by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka) Gardena Beautification Committee - Ochuwa Oghie Gardena Beautification Committee - Dan Medina (Appointed by Council Member Francis) Human Services Application - S. Pamplin.pdf Beautification Committee - O. Oghie.pdf 8. CONSENT CALENDAR NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC- Roll Call Vote Required On The Consent Calendar All matters listed under the Consent Calendar will be enacted by one motion unless a Council Member requests Council discussion, in which case that item will be removed from the Consent Calendar and considered separately following this portion of the agenda. 8.A Approve Minutes: Regular Meeting of the City Council, July 13, 2021 Regular Meeting of the City Council, July 27, 2021 Special Meeting of the Gardena Financing Agency, July 27, 2021 Regular Meeting of the City Council, August 10, 2021 Regular Meeting of the Gardena Financing Agency, August 10, 2021 CONTACT: CITY CLERK 2021 07-13 REGULAR Minutes Gardena CC Meeting - FINAL.pdf 2021 07-27 REGULAR Minutes Gardena CC Meeting - FINAL.pdf 2021 07-27 Gardena Financing Agency Special Meeting - FINAL.pdf 2021 08-10 REGULAR Minutes Gardena CC Meeting - FINAL.pdf 2021 08-10 Gardena Financing Agency Regular Meeting - FINAL.pdf 8.B Receive and File of Minutes: Planning & Environmental Quality Commission, July 20, 2021 CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 21_07_20 PCMIN.pdf

4 8.C Approval of Warrants/Payroll Register, August 24, 2021 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER Warrants-Payroll_Register_Memo_08-24-21a.pdf 8.D Approval of Warrants/Payroll Register, September 14, 2021 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER Warrants-Payroll Register Memo 09-14-21b.pdf 8.E Monthly Portfolio, July 2021 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER July 2021 Investment Report.pdf 8.F Personnel Report No. P-2021-16 CONTACT: HUMAN RESOURCES PERS RPT P-2021-16 09-14-21.doc Attachment 1_Classification & Compensation Plan - Eff. September 14, 2021.pdf Attachment 2_Executive Assistant to Chief of Police Job Description.docx 8.G Approve Carnival Agreement with Baque Bros/Classic Rides for Fall Carnival at Mas Fukai on Friday, October 29, Saturday, October 30, and Sunday, October 31, 2021. CONTACT: RECREATION & HUMAN SERVICES Carnival_Agreement_Council_2021 (1).pdf 8.H Approve Agreement between the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority and the City of Gardena for Proposition A Incentive Funding for Sub- Regional Paratransit Services CONTACT: TRANSPORTATION Gardena Subregional Paratransit MOU 22-27 Final.pdf 8.I RESOLUTION NO. 6530, Authorizing the Application for Federal Transit Administration funding under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARP) of 2021 CONTACT: TRANSPORTATION FTA ARPA Grant RESO No. 6530_9_14_21.pdf 8.J Approval of Final Parcel Map No. 82449 CONTACT: PUBLIC WORKS Parcel Map 82449.pdf 8.K Award Construction Contract for Mas Fukai Park Improvements - Existing Fence Rehabilitation Project, JN 820, to Ed's Fencing, Inc., in the Amount of $83,730.00; Additionally Declare CEQA Exemption, and Approve Project Plans CONTACT: PUBLIC WORKS JN 820 Mas Fukai Fence Rehab Plans.pdf NOE_JN 820 Fence Rehab.pdf JN 820 Project Location Map_.pdf JN 820 Mas Fukai Fence Rehab Contract.pdf 9. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR 10. PLANNING & ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMISSION ACTION SHEET

5 10.A AUGUST 17, 2021 MEETING A General Plan conformity determination for purchase of 1.19-acre parcel located at 2501 W. Rosecrans Avenue (APN: 4059-018-013). Commission Action: The Commission approved Resolution No. PC 11-21, which serves as the Planning Commission’s General Plan conformity report in accordance with Government Code section 65402. City Council Action: No action needed. 10.B AUGUST 17, 2021 MEETING The Planning Commission conspired an ordinance amending Gardena Municipal Code Chapter 18.40 relating to parking and loading to permit off- site parking, street parking, and tandem parking with a conditional use permit in certain circumstances. Commission Action: The Commission approved Resolution No. PC 12-21, recommending the City Council approve Ordinance No. 1883. City Council Action: No action needed; this item has been set for the September 14, 2021, City Council meeting. For the complete Planning Commission Packet Click Here 2021_08_17 PCAX.pdf ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (LIMITED TO A 30-MINUTE PERIOD) Oral Communications by the public will be heard for one-half hour at or before 8:30 p.m. or at the conclusion of the last agenda item commenced prior to 8:30 p.m. Oral Communications not concluded at that time shall be resumed at the end of the meeting after Council Reports. Speakers are to limit their remarks to three minutes, unless extended by the Mayor. An amber light will appear to alert the speaker when two minutes are complete, and a red light will appear when three minutes are over. Your cooperation is appreciated. 11. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 12. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

6 12.A PUBLIC HEARING: RESOLUTION NO. 6531, Upholding the Decision of the Planning Commission and approving Site Plan Review #2-21 and Vesting Tentative Map #1-21, for the Construction of 30 Attached Condominium Townhomes, Including Three Affordable, Low-Income Units, in Six Buildings on a 0.9- Acre Lot Located in the High-Density Multiple-Family Residential Zone (R-4) Per Section 18.44.010 and Title 17 of The Gardena Municipal Code, and Direction to Staff to File a Notice of Exemption from CEQA pursuant to Guidelines Section 15332 (Class 32), as an In-Fill Development Project APPLICANT: G3 Urban Inc. LOCATION: 15717 and 15725 S. Normandie Avenue Staff Recommendation: Conduct a Public Hearing, please allow three (3) minutes for each speaker, Adopt Resolution No. 6531, upholding the Planning and Environmental Quality Commission’s decision, and approve Site Plan Review #2-21 and Vesting Tentative Map #1-21. Agenda Staff Report Item No. 12.A.pdf Resolution No. 6531 with attachments.pdf Planning Commission Packet Dated July 20, 2021 with Presentation.pdf 12.B PUBLIC HEARING: ORDINANCE NO. 1832 , Introduction of an Ordinance adopting amendments to the Gardena Municipal Code, Chapter 18.40 relating to parking and loading, to permit off-site parking, street parking, and tandem parking with a conditional use permit in certain circumstances. The project is exempt from the provisions of CEQA pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3). Staff Recommendation: Conduct a Public Hearing, please allow three (3) minutes for each speaker, and Introduce Ordinance No 1832 Draft Ordinance No. 1832.pdf Planning Commission Staff Report 7-20-2021 Planning Commission Staff Report 8-17-2021 Resolution No. PC 10-21.pdf Resolution No. PC 12-21.pdf 12.C ORDINANCE NO. 1834: Introduction of an Ordinance regarding City Council review of Planning Commission actions. The project is exempt from the provisions of CEQA pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3). Staff Recommendation: Introduce Ordinance No. 1834 Call for Review Staff Report.pdf Call for Review Ordinance.pdf 12.D 2021-2029 Draft Housing Element Presentation 13. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ELECTED & ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES 13.A ORDINANCE NO. 1833, Adding Chapter 2.68 to the Gardena Municipal Code Codifying the Gardena Beautification Commission Staff Recommendation: Staff respectfully recommends that Council Introduce Ordinance No. 1833 ORDINANCE No. 1833.pdf

7 13.B RESOLUTION NO. 6532: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gardena supporting the Cities Gaming Initiative Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 6532 8-18-2021 CCGA Comparative Analysis of two Sports Wagering Initiatives.pdf CCGA 9-1- 2021 -Resolution on Sports Wagering Initiative.pdf Resolution No.6532 - Supporting the Cities Gaming Initiative.pdf 13.C Approval of Purchase and Sale Agreement for Acquisition of Property at 2501 W. Rosecrans Avenue, Gardena, CA 90249 Staff Recommendation: 1) Approve the Purchase and Sale Agreement for the acquisition of 2501 W. Rosecrans Avenue, Gardena CA 90249; 2) Direct staff to file the attached Notice of Exemption pursuant to Categorical Exemption Guidelines section 15061(b)(3)– commonsense exemption. 2501 W. Rosecrans Ave. Gardena CA. PSA .pdf Notice of Exemption - Rosecrans.pdf 13.D COVID-19 Update 14. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - POLICE 15. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - PUBLIC WORKS 16. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - RECREATION & HUMAN SERVICES 17. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - TRANSPORTATION 17.A Approve the Purchase of two (2) 2016 Trolley Buses from Sawyer Inc. for a Total of $174,184. Staff Recommendation: Approve Purchase Trolley Purchase Information.pdf Trolley Photographs.pdf 18. COUNCIL ITEMS 19. COUNCIL DIRECTIVES 20. CITY MANAGER REMARKS RE: DIRECTIVES / COUNCIL ITEMS 21. COUNCIL REMARKS 1. COUNCIL MEMBER KASKANIAN 2. COUNCIL MEMBER HENDERSON 3. COUNCIL MEMBER FRANCIS 4. MAYOR CERDA 5. MAYOR PRO TEM TANAKA 22. ANNOUNCEMENT(S)

8 23. REMEMBRANCES All those who lost their lives as a result of the terrorist attacks within the United States on September 11, 2001; Mr. Herman Thompson; 47 years of age, beloved cousin of Dianne Dent, Assistant Site Manager with the Recreation Department - Senior Bureau; Mrs. Savey Tufenkian; 92 years of age, beloved sister of the owner of Waste Resources, Mrs. Reiko Miyoshi; long time Gardena resident for over 55 years, she is survived by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren; Mrs. Yoshiko Susie Yoshinaga; 91 years of age. She was a loving mother of four sons, devoted wife, grandmother, and a resident of Gardena for 64 years. She was predeceased by her husband George, former City of Gardena Council appointee to various committees, and her son Robin. She is survived by her sons Paul, Mark, and Tim, and her grandchildren; and In memory of the 13 service members who lost their lives in Afghanistan on August 26, 2021. 24. ADJOURNMENT The Gardena City Council will adjourn to the Closed Session portion of the City Council Meeting at 7:00 p.m. followed by the Regular City Council Meeting at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 28, 2021. I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing agenda was posted in the City Hall lobby not less than 72 hours prior to the meeting. A copy of said Agenda is available on our website at www.CityofGardena.org. Dated this 10th day of September 2021. /s/ MINA SEMENZA MINA SEMENZA, City Clerk

TO BE PROCLAIMED ONLY ““ CC OO NN SS TT II TT UU TT II OO NN WW EE EE KK ”” ⎯⎯ SSeepptteemmbbeerr 1177 tthhrroouugghh SSeepptteemmbbeerr 2233,, 22002211 ⎯⎯ September 17, 2021, marks the two hundred thirty-fourth anniversary of the drafting of THE CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA by the Constitutional Convention. Public Law 915 guarantees the issuing of a proclamation each year by the President of the United States of America, designating September 17 through 23 as Constitution Week; and therefore, it is fitting and proper to accord official recognition to this magnificent document and to its memorable anniversary. The National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution began the celebration of Constitution Week and is just one of the numerous devoted and patriotic organizations that will be celebrating the 234th Anniversary of the drafting of this momentous and unique document. NOW, THEREFORE, I, TASHA CERDA, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA, do hereby proclaim SSEEPPTTEEMMBBEERR 1177--2233,, 22002211, to be CCOONNSSTTII TTUUTTII OONN WWEEEEKK in the City of Gardena and urge all citizens to study the Constitution and to reflect on the privileges, as well as on the rights and responsibilities, of being an American.

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TO BE PROCLAIMED ONLY ““ 22 11 ss tt AA NN NN UU AA LL KK EE EE PP GG AA RR DD EE NN AA BB EE AA UU TT II FF UU LL DD AA YY ”” ~~ SS aa tt uu rr dd aa yy ,, SS ee pp tt ee mm bb ee rr 11 88 ,, 22 00 22 11 ~~ On Saturday, September 18, 2021, volunteers representing community groups, individual citizens, and City of Gardena Elected Officials and City Staff, will work together for an annual “Community Clean-Up Day.” These dedicated Volunteers will work to “Keep Gardena Beautiful,” by sprucing up our City Parks, by cleaning the rights of way along our streets, as well as by working within our neighborhoods. Also, flowers will be planted; painting will be done; and minor “fix-ups” will be accomplished. City Manager Staff, supported by members of the Public Works Department and Recreation and Human Services Department, in conjunction with the Gardena Beautification Committee, are coordinating all projects for the day. Following these worthwhile activities, Community Clean-Up participants are invited to enjoy lunch at Gardena’s Mas Fukai Park. In recognition and support of Gardena’s community-wide, beautification effort, SS aa tt uu rr dd aa yy ,, SS ee pp tt ee mm bb ee rr 11 88 ,, 22 00 22 11, is proclaimed to be the 2211SSTT AANNNNUUAALL to encourage our many, caring citizens, and City officials and staff to unite on this special day to carry out the projects planned to beautify and benefit our community. Let’s take pride in making Gardena a better place in which to live, work, visit, shop, and play.

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1 MINUTES Regular Meeting of the Gardena City Council Tuesday, July 13, 2021 In order to minimize the spread of the COVID 19 virus, Governor Newsom has issued Executive Orders that temporarily suspend requirements of the Brown Act. Please be advised that the Council Chambers are closed to the public and that some, or all of the Gardena City Council Members may attend this meeting telephonically. The Regular Meeting Notice and Agenda of the Gardena City Council of the City of Gardena, California, was held via Zoom and was called to order at 7:00p.m. on Tuesday, July 13, 2021; Mayor Tasha Cerda presiding. 1. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Tasha Cerda; Mayor Pro Tem Rodney G. Tanaka, Council Member Mark E. Henderson; Council Member Art Kaskanian; Council Member Paulette C. Francis; City Manager Clint Osorio; City Attorney Carmen Vasquez; and City Clerk Mina Semenza. At 7:05 p.m., the City Council recessed into Closed Session in the Management Information Center of the Council Chamber at City Hall, with the following in attendance: Mayor Tasha Cerda; Mayor Pro Tem Rodney G. Tanaka; Council Member Mark E. Henderson; Council Member Art Kaskanian; Council Member Paulette C. Francis; City Manager Clint Osorio; and City Attorney Carmen Vasquez. PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION - None 2. CLOSED SESSION 2.A CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS Government Code Section 54956.8 Property: 2501 W. Rosecrans Ave Gardena CA 90249 Agency Negotiator: Clint Osorio, City Manager Negotiating Parties: Casey Metcalf, JP Morgan Chase BK NA Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment 2.B CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS Government Code Section 54957.6 Agency Designated Representative: Clint Osorio, City Manager Employee Organizations: 1. Gardena Police Officers Association (GPOA), Matt Hassholdt, Association President 2. Gardena Management Employees Organization (GMEO), Vicky L. Barker, Attorney 3. Gardena Municipal Employees Association (GMEA), Fred G. Quiel, Attorney Confidential / Unrepresented Employees

2 2.C CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d) (2) and (e)(3): Claim of Happiness Garden – Kofukuen (copy available for public inspection in the City Clerk’s office) 2.D CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- EXISTING LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) City of Gardena vs. VisionQuest Ventures II, LLC Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 21TRCP00088 Mayor Cerda reconvened the meeting to the Regular Open Session at 8:53 p.m., and the City Clerk noted the return of all Council Members who were present at the meeting. When City Attorney Vasquez was asked if there were any reportable actions from the Closed Session, she stated that no reportable action had been taken. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Emily Garcia and Tina Duong led the Pledge of Allegiance. Emily attends UC San Diego and Tina attends UC Riverside. Both are also Recreation Leaders at City of Gardena. 4. INVOCATION Mayor Pro Tem Rodney G. Tanaka led the Invocation. 5. PRESENTATIONS 5.A Certificate of Commendation in Special Recognition of Retirement and Long-Time Service to the City of Gardena: Damaso Bautista, Police Sergeant - 27 years 8 months Police Sergeant Damaso Bautista accepted recognition 5.B Certificate of Recognition to Brenda Jackson in Appreciation of Her Service to the Community as a Member of the Planning & Environmental Quality Commission – Mayor Cerda recognized Brenda Jackson for her exemplarary service - Certificate to be mailed to Ms. Jackson 5.C "Update on Fireworks" by Chief of Police Mike Saffell Chief Mike Saffell presented an update on Fireworks. Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka thanked Chief Saffell, Captain Osorio and the Fireworks task force. 6. PROCLAMATIONS 6.A Parks and Recreation Month - July 2021 – A video was presented - Proclaimed by Mayor Cerda 7. APPOINTMENTS - No Appointments were made

3 8. CONSENT CALENDAR 8.A Waiver of Reading in Full of All Ordinances Listed on This Agenda and that they Be read by Title Only CONTACT: CI