Gardena City Council

MINUTES

# Regular Meeting of the

## Gardena City Council

Tuesday, May 11, 2021

The Regular Meeting Notice and Agenda of the Gardena City Council of the City of Gardena, California, was called to order at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, May 11, 2021, in the Council Chamber at City Hall 1700 West 162nd Street, Gardena, California.

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.

## 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; City Clerk Mina Semenza; and Deputy City Clerk Becky Romero. City Treasurer Ingrid Tsukiyama was not present.

## 2\. CLOSED SESSION - No Items

## 3\. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Stephanie Tellez and Erika Shintaku led the Pledge of Allegiance. Both Stephanie and Erika are High School Seniors. Stephanie attends Gardena High School and Erika attends San Pedro High School.

## 4\. INVOCATION

Mayor Pro Tem Rodney G. Tanaka led the Invocation.

## 5\. PRESENTATIONS - No Items

## 6\. PROCLAMATIONS

6.A Public Works Week - May 16, 2021 through May 22, 2021 - was proclaimed by Mayor Cerda. The Proclamation was accepted by Allan Rigg, Public Works Director.

6.B Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month - was proclaimed by Mayor Cerda

6.C Safety Seat Checkup Week - May 16 through May 22, 2021- was proclaimed by Mayor Cerda

6.D Provider Appreciation Day - May 07, 2021- was proclaimed by Mayor Cerda

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## 7\. APPOINTMENTS - No Appointments were made

## 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: CITY CLERK

8.B. Approve Minutes: Regular Meeting of the City Council, March 23, 2021 Special Closed Session City Council, March 31, 2021 Special Meeting 2nd Virtual Workshop, March 31,2021 CONTACT: CITY CLERK

8.C. Receive and File of Minutes: Planning & Environmental Quality Commission, APRIL 20, 2021 CONTACT: CITY CLERK

8.D. Personnel Report No. P-2021-09 CONTACT: HUMAN RESOURCES

8.E. Approval of Warrants/Payroll Register, May 11, 2021 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER

May 11, 2021: Wire Transfer: 12001-12006; Prepay: 163023-163027; Check Nos. 163028-163177 – for a total Warrants issued in the amount of $2,149,780.64; Total Payroll Issued for May 7, 2021: $1,454,015.76.

8.F SECOND READING: ORDINANCE NO. 1828, Amending Section 18.08.010 of the Gardena Municipal Code relating to established zones; amending Chapter 18.58 of the Gardena Municipal Code relating to digital billboards; amending the Zoning Map of the City of Gardena; approving a Specific Plan, including a Site Plan; and approving a Development Agreement with Din/Cal 4, Inc. relating to the development of up to 265 dwelling units (Introduced by City Council, 4-1 vote, April 27, 2021) LOCATION: 12850-12900 Crenshaw Boulevard APPLICANT: Din/Cal 4, Inc. CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

## ORDINANCE NO. 1828

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA AMENDING SECTION 18.08.010 OF THE GARDENA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ESTABLISHED ZONES, AMENDING CHAPTER 18.58 OF THE GARDENA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO DIGITAL BILLBOARDS, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, APPROVING A SPECIFIC PLAN, INCLUDING THE SITE PLAN, AND APPROVING A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH DIN/CAL 4, INC. RELATING TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF UP TO 265 DWELLING UNITS (APN # 4060-004-039)

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8.G RESOLUTION NO. 6512, Reaffirming Proclamation and Resolution No. 6441, which declared the Existence of a Local Emergency CONTACT: CITY MANAGER

## RESOLUTION NO. 6512

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA, REAFFIRMING PROCLAMATION AND RESOLUTION 6441 WHICH DECLARED THE EXISTENCE OF A LOCAL EMERGENCY

8.H RESOLUTION NO. 6513, Amending the list of authorized games and authorizing the play of certain games in licensed card clubs CONTACT: CITY MANAGER

## RESOLUTION NO. 6513

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE LIST OF AUTHORIZED GAMES AND AUTHORIZING THE PLAY OF CERTAIN GAMES IN LICENSED CARD CLUBS

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 with the exception of 8.F:

Ayes: Council Members Henderson, Kaskanian, Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, Council Member Francis and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent: None

GARDENA CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting Notice and Agenda Council Chamber at City Hall 1700 West 162nd Street, Gardena, California Website: www.cityofgardena.org Tuesday, May 11, 2021 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 bromero@cityofgardena.org by 5:00p.m. on the day of the meeting and write “Public Comment” in the subject line. Comments will be read into the record up to the time limit of three (3) minutes. 3. PARTICIPATE DURING THE MEETING VIA ZOOM WEBINAR Join Zoom Meeting Via the Internet or Via Phone Conference https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89029789464 Phone number: US: +1 669 900 9128, Meeting ID: 890 2978 9464 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 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Ericka Shintaku - San Pedro High School Stephanie Tellez - Gardena High School 4. INVOCATION Presented by Council Member Rodney Tanaka 5. PRESENTATIONS 6. PROCLAMATIONS 6.A Public Works Week - May 16, 2021 through May 22, 2021 PROCLAMATION - Public Works Week 2021.pdf 6.B Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month PROCLAIMED ONLY - AAPI month 2021.pdf 6.C Safety Seat Checkup Week - May 16 through May 22, 2021 Proclaim Only-Safety Seat Checkup Week-2021.pdf 6.D Provider Appreciation Day - May 07, 2021 PROCLAIMED ONLY - Provider Appreciation Day.pdf 7. APPOINTMENTS 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

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 Waiver of Reading in Full of All Ordinances Listed on This Agenda and that they Be read by Title Only 8.B Approve Minutes: Regular Meeting of the City Council, March 23, 2021 Special Closed Session City Council, March 31, 2021 Special Meeting 2nd Virtual Workshop, March 31,2021 CONTACT: CITY CLERK 2021 03-31 Special - Closed Session Minutes Gardena CCMeeting - FINAL.pdf 2021 03-31 Special Meeting - 2nd Virtual Workshop Minutes - FINAL.pdf 2021 03-23 REGULAR Minutes Gardena CC Meeting - FINAL.pdf 8.C Receive and File of Minutes: Planning & Environmental Quality Commission, APRIL 20, 2021 CONTACT: CITY CLERK April 20 2021 PC Minutes.pdf 8.D Personnel Report No. P-2021-09 CONTACT: HUMAN RESOURCES PERS RPT P-2021-9 05-11-21.doc 8.E Approval of Warrants/Payroll Register, May 11, 2021 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER Warrants-Payroll Register Memo 05-11-21.pdf 8.F SECOND READING: ORDINANCE NO. 1828, Amending Section 18.08.010 of the Gardena Municipal Code relating to established zones; amending Chapter 18.58 of the Gardena Municipal Code relating to digital billboards; amending the Zoning Map of the City of Gardena; approving a Specific Plan, including a Site Plan; and approving a Development Agreement with Din/Cal 4, Inc. relating to the development of up to 265 dwelling units (Introduced by City Council, 4-1 vote, April 27, 2021) LOCATION: 12850-12900 Crenshaw Boulevard APPLICANT: Din/Cal 4, Inc. CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT CC Ordinance No. 1828 - GTODSP.pdf 8.G RESOLUTION NO. 6512, Reaffirming Proclamation and Resolution No. 6441, which declared the Existence of a Local Emergency CONTACT: CITY MANAGER Reso No. 6512 .pdf 3

8.H RESOLUTION NO. 6513, Amending the list of authorized games and authorizing the play of certain games in licensed card clubs CONTACT: CITY MANAGER Reso_No._6513-_Authorized_Gaming_Activities.pdf Request for Approval Modified Gaming Activity- Hustler Casino.pdf Request for Approval EZ Bacc Progressive Jackpot Modification (Hustler Casino) - Letter.pdf 9. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR 10. PLANNING & ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMISSION ACTION SHEET 10.A MAY 4, 2021 Receive and File. No action needed. 2021_05_04 PCAX.doc 11. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 11.A Approve Contract for Animal Sheltering Services with the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Los Angeles (spcaLA) Staff Recommendation: Approve Contract PSA_Animal_Sheltering_Contract.pdf 20210504132245911.pdf 12. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 12.A Review of sites inventory for the 2021-2029 6th Cycle Housing Element update Staff Recommendation: Review, take public testimony, discuss, give staff direction. Draft Sites Inventory 13. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ELECTED & ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES 13.A COVID-19 Update 14. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - POLICE 15. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - PUBLIC WORKS 16. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - RECREATION & HUMAN SERVICES 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. 4

17. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - TRANSPORTATION 18. COUNCIL ITEMS 19. COUNCIL DIRECTIVES 20. CITY MANAGER REMARKS RE: DIRECTIVES / COUNCIL ITEMS 21. COUNCIL REMARKS 1. COUNCIL MEMBER HENDERSON 2. COUNCIL MEMBER KASKANIAN 3. MAYOR PRO TEM TANAKA 4. MAYOR CERDA 5. COUNCIL MEMBER FRANCIS 22. ANNOUNCEMENT(S) 23. REMEMBRANCES 23.A Mr. Stephen Taniform, 87 years of age, beloved member of the Casimir Gatekeepers Network. 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, May 25, 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 7th day of May, 2021. /s/ MINA SEMENZA MINA SEMENZA, City Clerk 5

GARDENA CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting Notice and Agenda Council Chamber at City Hall 1700 West 162nd Street, Gardena, California Website: www.cityofgardena.org Tuesday, May 11, 2021 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 bromero@cityofgardena.org by 5:00p.m. on the day of the meeting and write “Public Comment” in the subject line. Comments will be read into the record up to the time limit of three (3) minutes. 3. PARTICIPATE DURING THE MEETING VIA ZOOM WEBINAR Join Zoom Meeting Via the Internet or Via Phone Conference https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89029789464 Phone number: US: +1 669 900 9128, Meeting ID: 890 2978 9464 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. ROLL CALL 2. CLOSED SESSION 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Ericka Shintaku - San Pedro High School Stephanie Tellez - Gardena High School 4. INVOCATION Presented by Council Member Rodney Tanaka 5. PRESENTATIONS 6. PROCLAMATIONS 6.A Public Works Week - May 16, 2021 through May 22, 2021 PROCLAMATION - Public Works Week 2021.pdf 6.B Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month PROCLAIMED ONLY - AAPI month 2021.pdf 6.C Safety Seat Checkup Week - May 16 through May 22, 2021 Proclaim Only-Safety Seat Checkup Week-2021.pdf 6.D Provider Appreciation Day - May 07, 2021 PROCLAIMED ONLY - Provider Appreciation Day.pdf 7. APPOINTMENTS 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)

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 Waiver of Reading in Full of All Ordinances Listed on This Agenda and that they Be read by Title Only 8.B Approve Minutes: Regular Meeting of the City Council, March 23, 2021 Special Closed Session City Council, March 31, 2021 Special Meeting 2nd Virtual Workshop, March 31,2021 CONTACT: CITY CLERK 2021 03-31 Special - Closed Session Minutes Gardena CCMeeting - FINAL.pdf 2021 03-31 Special Meeting - 2nd Virtual Workshop Minutes - FINAL.pdf 2021 03-23 REGULAR Minutes Gardena CC Meeting - FINAL.pdf 8.C Receive and File of Minutes: Planning & Environmental Quality Commission, APRIL 20, 2021 CONTACT: CITY CLERK April 20 2021 PC Minutes.pdf 8.D Personnel Report No. P-2021-09 CONTACT: HUMAN RESOURCES PERS RPT P-2021-9 05-11-21.doc 8.E Approval of Warrants/Payroll Register, May 11, 2021 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER Warrants-Payroll Register Memo 05-11-21.pdf 8.F SECOND READING: ORDINANCE NO. 1828, Amending Section 18.08.010 of the Gardena Municipal Code relating to established zones; amending Chapter 18.58 of the Gardena Municipal Code relating to digital billboards; amending the Zoning Map of the City of Gardena; approving a Specific Plan, including a Site Plan; and approving a Development Agreement with Din/Cal 4, Inc. relating to the development of up to 265 dwelling units (Introduced by City Council, 4-1 vote, April 27, 2021) LOCATION: 12850-12900 Crenshaw Boulevard APPLICANT: Din/Cal 4, Inc. CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT CC Ordinance No. 1828 - GTODSP.pdf 8.G RESOLUTION NO. 6512, Reaffirming Proclamation and Resolution No. 6441, which declared the Existence of a Local Emergency CONTACT: CITY MANAGER Reso No. 6512 .pdf

8.H RESOLUTION NO. 6513, Amending the list of authorized games and authorizing the play of certain games in licensed card clubs CONTACT: CITY MANAGER Reso_No._6513-_Authorized_Gaming_Activities.pdf Request for Approval Modified Gaming Activity- Hustler Casino.pdf Request for Approval EZ Bacc Progressive Jackpot Modification (Hustler Casino) - Letter.pdf 9. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR 10. PLANNING & ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMISSION ACTION SHEET 10.A MAY 4, 2021 Receive and File. No action needed. 2021_05_04 PCAX.doc 11. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 11.A Approve Contract for Animal Sheltering Services with the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Los Angeles (spcaLA) Staff Recommendation: Approve Contract PSA_Animal_Sheltering_Contract.pdf 20210504132245911.pdf 12. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 12.A Review of sites inventory for the 2021-2029 6th Cycle Housing Element update Staff Recommendation: Review, take public testimony, discuss, give staff direction. Draft Sites Inventory 13. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ELECTED & ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES 13.A COVID-19 Update 14. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - POLICE 15. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - PUBLIC WORKS 16. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - RECREATION & HUMAN SERVICES 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.

17. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - TRANSPORTATION 18. COUNCIL ITEMS 19. COUNCIL DIRECTIVES 20. CITY MANAGER REMARKS RE: DIRECTIVES / COUNCIL ITEMS 21. COUNCIL REMARKS 1. COUNCIL MEMBER HENDERSON 2. COUNCIL MEMBER KASKANIAN 3. MAYOR PRO TEM TANAKA 4. MAYOR CERDA 5. COUNCIL MEMBER FRANCIS 22. ANNOUNCEMENT(S) 23. REMEMBRANCES 23.A Mr. Stephen Taniform, 87 years of age, beloved member of the Casimir Gatekeepers Network. 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, May 25, 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 7th day of May, 2021. /s/ MINA SEMENZA MINA SEMENZA, City Clerk

TO BE PROCLAIMED ONLY “ASIAN AMERICAN PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH” May 2021 Americans who trace their ancestry to Asia and the Pacific Islands have contributed much to our City, our State, and our Nation. According to 2019 US Census data, the Asian American and Pacific Islanders communities comprise over 25% of the City of Gardena’s population. To honor and celebrate their achievements and contributions that generations of Asian American Pacific Islanders have made to American history, society and culture, Congress, by Public Law 102-45, permanently designated the month of May each year as “Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month.” This year’s theme by the Federal Asian Pacific American Council, who represent Asian American & Pacific Islander employees in the Federal and District of Columbia Governments, is “Advancing Leaders Through Purpose-Driven Service,” This theme is the start of the new theme series for 2021-2024 highlighting the efforts in “Advancing Leaders.” Their values and commitment to family and community have helped shape and strengthen America; these citizens speak many languages, honor countless traditions, and practice different faiths, but they are bound by a shared commitment to freedom and liberty. Therefore, I, TASHA CERDA, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA, do hereby proclaim MAY 2021, to be in the City of Gardena, and call upon all residents to recognize the significant cultural, economic, leadership and empowerment impact of the citizens of Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage on this nation and state, and the vital role they have played in shaping the cultural diversity of this community.

TO BE PROCLAIMED ONLY ““ SSAAFFEETTYY SSEEAATT CCHHEECCKK--UUPP WWEEEEKK ”” —— MMAAYY 1166 tthhrroouugghh MMAAYY 2222,, 22002211 —— The number one preventable cause of death and injury involving children and young adults is the automobile collision. More than 90 child passengers under the age of fifteen are killed and more than 12,000 injured in automobile collisions in California each year. More than 90% of child safety seats are used incorrectly and up to 71% of small children killed in vehicle crashes would be alive today if they had been properly restrained in child safety and booster seats. The State of California requires that all occupants ride restrained properly in safety seats or safety belts with children in the back seat until at least age eight. SAFETY SEAT CHECK-UP WEEK, MAY 16 through MAY 22, 2021, is sponsored and supported jointly by The California Office of Traffic Safety; Torrance Fire Department; Toyota Motor North America; and SafetyBeltSafe U.S.A. Therefore, I, Tasha Cerda, Mayor of the City of Gardena, California, hereby proclaim MAY 16 through MAY 22, 2021, to be and urge all Gardena citizens to make use of all resources available to prevent all passengers, especially innocent children, from suffering unnecessary tragic injury or death as a result of traffic accidents.

TO BE PROCLAIMED ONLY “PROVIDER APPRECIATION DAY” May 07, 2021 National Providers Appreciation Day is observed every Friday before Mother’s Day, and this year it falls on May 7, 2021. On this day, we celebrate all Family Child Care Providers. Provider Appreciation Day was established in 1995 by Sue Williamson, the past president of The National Association of Family Child Care, and this special day has been celebrated each year after since established. The City of Gardena is pleased to have 23 Providers that are part of the Gardena Family Child Care Program. These 23 providers currently serve 190 children representing 130 families. They are licensed by the State and provide childcare services in their homes. On this day, we celebrate and honor all the work that Child Care Providers do every day for parents and families across the country. The COVID-19 crisis has highlighted even more the importance of childcare for children, working parents, and employers. These 23 Gardena Providers completely transformed their program to follow the County health guidelines and diligently worked to keep their childcare environment clean and safe. We must acknowledge the essential workforce Family Child Care Providers represent, and honor their continued commitment to their work. Therefore, I, TASHA CERDA, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA, do hereby proclaim MAY 07, 2021, to be in the City of Gardena, and call upon all residents to recognize Family Child Care Providers for their significant and important work provided to many families.

MINUTES Special Closed Session Meeting City of Gardena City Council Wednesday, March 31, 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 Special Closed Session Meeting of the City Council of the City of Gardena, California, was held via Microsoft Teams and was called to order at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 31, 2021; Mayor Tasha Cerda presiding. 1. ROLL CALL Present via videoconference: Mayor Tasha Cerda; Mayor Pro Tem Mark E. Henderson; Council Member Art Kaskanian; Council Member Rodney G. Tanaka; Council Member Paulette C. Francis was away on an excused absence. Other City officials and employees present: City Manager Clint Osorio; City Attorney Carmen Vasquez; City Clerk Mina Semenza; City Treasurer Ingrid Tsukiyama was not present. 2. PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION Mayor Cerda asked if there were any public comments, City Clerk Semenza stated there were none. At 5:40 p.m., the City Council recessed into Closed Session with the following in attendance: Mayor Tasha Cerda; Mayor Pro Tem Mark E. Henderson; Council Member Art Kaskanian; and Council Member Rodney G. Tanaka. Other City officials and employees present: City Manager Clint Osorio; City Attorney Carmen Vasquez; and Chief Fiscal Officer Ray Beeman. 3. CLOSED SESSION A. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS Government Code Section 54957.6 Agency Designated Representative: Clint Osorio, City Manager Employee Organizations: Gardena Police Officers Association (GPOA) Matt Hassholdt, Association President Gardena Management Employees Organization (GMEO) Vicky L. Barker, Attorney Gardena Municipal Employees Association (GMEA) Fred G. Quiel, Attorney Confidential / Unrepresented Employees

4. CLOSED SESSION REPORT When Mayor Cerda asked if there was anything to report from Closed Session, City Attorney Vasquez stated there was none. 5. ADJOURNMENT At 6:15 p.m., the Mayor Cerda adjourned to a Special Meeting/Workshop of the City Council and Planning Environmental Quality Commission Meeting at 6:00 p.m., on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. MINA SEMENZA City Clerk of the City of Gardena and Ex-officio Clerk of the Council APPROVED: ____________________________ By: _____________________________ Tasha Cerda, Mayor Becky Romero, Deputy City Clerk

1 of 2 MINUTES Special Meeting Gardena City Council and Planning Environmental Quality Commission Second Virtual Workshop on The City of Gardena’s Housing Element Wednesday, March 31, 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 Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of Gardena, California, was held via Zoom and was called to order at 6:18 p.m. on Wednesday, March 31, 2021; Mayor Tasha Cerda presiding. 1. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Tasha Cerda; Mayor Pro Tem Mark E. Henderson; Council Member Art Kaskanian; Council Member Rodney G. Tanaka; Commissioner Dale Pierce; and Commissioner Stephen Langley. Other City officials and employees present: City Manager Clint Osorio; City Attorney Carmen Vasquez; Assistant City Attorney Lisa Kranitz; Interim Community Development Director Gregg McClain; Senior Planner Amanda Acuna; Senior Planner John F. Signo; Planning Intern Brian Ramirez and City Clerk Mina Semenza. 2. WORKSHOP Interim Community Development Director Gregg McClain gave a PowerPoint presentation based on the following: A. CITY OF GARDENA SECOND VIRTUAL WORKSHOP ON THE 6TH CYCLE 2021 – 2029 HOUSING ELEMENT The City of Gardena will hold its second virtual workshop on the 6th Cycle 2021 – 2029 Housing Element. The Housing Element is a required part of the City’s General Plan. State law requires the City to adopt its Housing Element by October 15, 2021. The Housing Element is part of the City’s General Plan and provides goals, policies, programs, and strategies for addressing local housing needs. The workshop is designed to: • Discuss areas to potentially locate the City’s RHNA allocation; and • Discuss the potential densities of the RHNA allocation areas. Assistant City Attorney Kranitz, along with Interim CDD Director McClain gave information and answered all of Council’s questions. 3. PUBLIC COMMENT No one from the Public spoke.

2 of 2 4. ADJOURMENT At 7:22 p.m., Mayor Cerda and Planning Environmental Quality Commission 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, April 13, 2021. MINA SEMENZA City Clerk of the City of Gardena and Ex-officio Clerk of the Council APPROVED: ____________________________ By: _____________________________ Tasha Cerda, Mayor Becky Romero, Deputy City Clerk

1 MINUTES Regular Meeting of the City of Gardena City Council Tuesday, March 23, 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 of the City Council of the City of Gardena, California, was held via Zoom and was called to order at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 23, 2021; Mayor Tasha Cerda presiding. 1. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Tasha Cerda; Mayor Pro Tem Mark E. Henderson; Council Member Rodney G. Tanaka; Council Member Art Kaskanian; and Council Member Paulette C. Francis. Other City Officials and Employees present: City Manager Clint Osorio; City Attorney Carmen Vasquez; City Clerk Mina Semenza; and Deputy City Clerk Becky Romero. City Treasurer Ingrid Tsukiyama was not present. 2. CLOSED SESSION – No Items 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Arrian Rodriguez Salgado led the Pledge of Allegiance. Arrian is an exemplary student who works hard and engages in all zoom lessons. He is motivated and completes all his assignments and truly has demonstrated digital citizenship during distance learning. He is also break out room team lead, where he encourages his peers to meet their maximum potential. Nas’zier Smith, who was scheduled to co-lead the pledge, was not present. 4. INVOCATION Council Member Rodney G. Tanaka led the Invocation. 5. PRESENTATIONS – No Items 6. PROCLAMATIONS 6.A Fair Housing Month – was proclaimed by Mayor Cerda. The Proclamation was accepted by Nicandro Nava, their Outreach Coordinator. 6.B DMV / Donate Life California Month – was proclaimed by Mayor Cerda 7. APPOINTMENTS (1) Council Appointments to Commissions, Committees, Councils, and Boards (Appointees to be Ratified and Sworn In) (a) Human Services Commission (i) Valerie Loudem – appointed by Council Member Francis (d) Senior Citizens Commission (i) Linda Barentine – appointed by Council Member Francis

2 (e) Gardena Youth Commission (i) Luis Lizarraga – appointed Council Member Francis It was moved by Council Member Francis, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Henderson, and carried by the following roll call vote to Approve Appointments: Ayes: Council Member Francis, Mayor Pro Tem Henderson, and Council Members Tanaka, Kaskanian, and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent: None 8. CONSENT CALENDAR Waiver of Reading in Full of All Ordinances Listed on This Agenda and Thant They Be Read by Title Only 8.A Approve Minutes: Special Meeting of the City Council and Planning Environmental Quality Commission, February 4, 2021 CONTACT: CITY CLERK 8.B Approve Minutes: Regular Meeting of the City Council, February 9, 2021 CONTACT: CITY CLERK 8.C RESOLUTION NO. 6503, Reaffirming Proclamation and Resolution No. 6441, which declared the Existence of a Local Emergency CONTACT: CITY MANAGER RESOLUTION NO 6503 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA, REAFFIRMING PROCLAMATION AND RESOLUTION 6441 WHICH DECLARED THE EXISTENCE OF A LOCAL EMERGENCY 8.D Approval of Contract with Bartel Associates for the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Actuarial Valuations CONTACT: ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 8.E Single Audit Report required for Federally Funded Programs for Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2020 CONTACT: ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

3 8.F RESOLUTION NO. 6502, Authorizing the Application for the Federal Transit Administration's FY2021 Low or No Emission Grant Program CONTACT: TRANSPORTATION RESOLUTION NO 6502 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF APPLICATION WITH THE FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION, AN OPERATING ADMINISTRATION OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, FOR FEDERAL TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE AUTHORIZED BY 49 U.S.C. CHAPTER 53, TITLE 23 UNITED STATES CODE, AND OTHER FEDERAL STATUTES ADMINISTERED BY THE FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION 8.G Approval of Warrants/Payroll Register, March 23, 2021 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER March 23, 2021: Wire Transfer: 11985-11989; Prepay: 162454-162460; Check Nos. 162461-162649 – for a total Warrants issued in the amount of $4,193,289.17; Total Payroll Issued for March 12, 2021: $1,420,890.29. 8.H Personnel Report No. P-2021-06 CONTACT: HUMAN RESOURCES It was moved by Council Member Tanaka, seconded by Council Member Kaskanian, and carried by the following roll call vote to Approve all Items on the Consent Calendar: Ayes: Council Members Tanaka, Kaskanian, Mayor Pro Tem Henderson and Council Member Francis, and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent: None 9. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR 10. PLANNING & ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMISSION ACTION SHEET 10.A March 16, 2021 - Meeting Cancelled ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (1) Mary Santamaria, resident, and City of Gardena Rent Mediation Board Member: Asked what the City’s general plan was to attract more businesses into the City, especially for Rosecrans. (2) Wanda Love, President of the Gardena Valley Chamber of Commerce: Asked Council if they will be receiving input from the community as far as what they would like to see be done with the stimulus money that the City is going to receive.

4 Mayor Cerda indicated that since we normally do not answer the questions being presented during Oral Communications, she asked City Manager Osorio to respond to both speakers due to the subject. 1) City Manager responded by letting Ms. Santa Maria know that she would need to attend a Study Session on the General Plan of the City, because it is a lot of information and could be a very lengthy discussion; and 2) He responded to Ms. Love indicating that the criteria of how we spend the stimulus ($15.5M) hasn’t been released, so we won’t know how we coul