Gardena City Council

1 MINUTES Regular Meeting of the Gardena City Council Tuesday, March 8, 2022 In order to minimize the spread of the COVID 19 virus, Governor Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 361. 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 at 7:03 PM on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, 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 7:04 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. Other City Officials and Employees present City Manager Clint Osorio and City Attorney Carmen Vasquez. PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION - None 2. CLOSED SESSION 2.A PUBLIC EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINE/DISMISSAL/RELEASE Government Code section 54957(b) Title: Police Sergeant Mayor Cerda reconvened the meeting to the Regular Open Session at 7:34 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 with regards to Item 2.A the City Council upheld the termination of the Police Sergeant on a vote of 5-0. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Ricky Hunt and Kenneth Sampilo led the Pledge of Allegiance. Both students currently attend Maria Regina Catholic School. 4. INVOCATION Mayor Pro Tem Rodney G. Tanaka led the Invocation. 5. PRESENTATIONS - None

2 6. PROCLAMATIONS - None 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, February 22, 2022 CONTACT: CITY CLERK 8.C Approval of Warrants/Payroll Register, March 8, 2022 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER March 8, 2022: Wire Transfer: 12132-12136; Check Nos. 166466 - 166620 – for a total Warrants issued in the amount of $2,216,299.40 Total Payroll Issued for February 25, 2022: $1,987,180.05. 8.D Monthly Portfolio, November 2021 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER 8.E Monthly Portfolio, December 2021 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER 8.F Monthly Portfolio, January 2022 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER 8.G Personnel Report P-2022-5 3-08-22 CONTACT: HUMAN RESOURCES 8.H RESOLUTION NO. 6563, Repealing Resolution No. 6438, and Adopting a New Conflict of Interest Code CONTACT: CITY CLERK RESOLUTION NO. 6563 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA, REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 6438, AND ADOPTING A NEW CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE 8.I RESOLUTION NO. 6564, Making the legally required findings to Re-Authorize the use of Teleconferencing in accordance with Assembly Bill 361 for meetings of the Gardena City Council and other Commissions, Committees and Boards subject to State open meeting laws. CONTACT: CITY MANAGER

3 RESOLUTION NO. 6564 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING THE LEGALLY REQUIRED FINDINGS TO RE-AUTHORIZE THE USE OF TELECONFERENCING IN ACCORDANCE WITH ASSEMBLY BILL 361 FOR MEETINGS OF THE GARDENA CITY COUNCIL AND OTHER COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES AND BOARDS SUBJECT TO STATE OPEN MEETING LAWS 8.J Approve Carnival Contract with Baque Bros Concessions/Classic Rides, Inc. for Spring Carnival at Mas Fukai Park on Friday April 15, Saturday, April 16, and Sunday, April 17, 2022. CONTACT: RECREATION AND HUMAN SERVICES 8.K Approve Additional Funding of $35,000 to Blanket Purchase Order for McCain Inc. to Purchase Traffic Control Products and Equipment. CONTACT: PUBLIC WORKS 8.L Acceptance and Notice of Completion for Mas Fukai Park Improvements - Site and Shade Structure Reconstruction, and Fence Rehabilitation, JN 820. CONTACT: PUBLIC WORKS It was moved by Council Member Henderson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, and carried by the following roll call vote to Approve all Items on the Consent Calendar with the exception of Items 8.H, 8.J and 8.K: Ayes: Council Member Henderson, Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka and Council Members Kaskanian, Francis, and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent: None 9. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR 8.H CITY CLERK – RESOLUTION NO. 6563, Repealing Resolution No. 6438, and Adopting a New Conflict of Interest Code This Item was pulled by Council Member Francis – Council Member Kaskanian seconded it. Council Member Francis asked if the Resolution was updated for the positions that have been added and inquired why the document stated not fully executed. City Attorney Vasquez answered all of Council Member Francis’ questions. 8.J RECREATION AND HUMAN SERVICES - Approve Carnival Contract with Baque Bros Concessions/Classic Rides, Inc. for Spring Carnival at Mas Fukai Park on Friday April 15, Saturday, April 16, and Sunday, April 17, 2022. This Item was pulled by Council Member Francis

4 Council Member Francis asked about the maintenance of the rides, and if they are being checked regularly. Also inquired about security at the carnival; Council Member Kaskanian asked about mandating the COVID 19 Protocol, and the Certificate of Insurance that was not included with the contract. City Manager Osorio and City Manager Vasquez answered all questions. 8.K PUBLIC WORKS - Approve Additional Funding of $35,000 to Blanket Purchase Order for McCain Inc. to Purchase Traffic Control Products and Equipment. This Item was pulled by Council Member Francis Council Member Francis asked about the additional funding. City Manager Osorio explained the need for the additional funding. It was moved by Council Member Francis, seconded by Council Member Kaskanian, and carried by the following roll call vote to Approve Items 8.H, 8.J and 8.K: Ayes: Council Members Francis and Kaskanian, Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka and Council Member Henderson, and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent: None 10. PLANNING & ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMISSION ACTION SHEET 10.A March 1, 2022 MEETING – Meeting Cancelled ORAL COMMUNICATIONS City Clerk Semenza indicated that an email from Jorge Castro was submitted as a public comment, but when it was opened there was no content. 11. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES – No Items 12. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 12.A PUBLIC HEARING: RESOLUTION 6566, Upholding the Decision of the Planning Commission and Approving Site Plan Review #4-21 for the Construction of a New 3,720 Square-Foot Multi-Tenant Commercial Building with a Drive-Thru in the Commercial (C-2) and Mixed-Use Overlay Zones and Directing Staff to file a Notice of Exemption for New Construction of Small Structures APPLICANT: Sarah Withers LOCATION: 15106 South Western Avenue RESOLUTION NO. 6566 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA, UPHOLDING THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND APPROVING SITE PLAN REVIEW #4-21 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW 3,720 SQUARE-FOOT MULTI-TENANT COMMERCIAL BUILDING WITH A DRIVE-THRU IN THE COMMERCIAL AND MIXED- USE OVERLAY ZONES AND DIRECTION TO STAFF TO FILE A NOTICE OF EXEMPTION (15106 South Western Avenue) (APN # 6103018027)

5 City Manager Osorio presented Staff Report. Senior Planner Amanda Acuna gave the PowerPoint presentation and was available for any questions. Assistant City Attorney Lisa Kranitz and Community Development Director Greg Tsujiuchi were also available for any questions. Mayor Cerda opened the Public Hearing at 8:07 p.m. and asked if there were any comments from the public. There was a discussion that included our Mayor and our Council Members. Some of the items discussed were traffic, parking, if the company will locally hire; if the nearby residents were informed, and if the land is clear from contamination. Sara Withers, the Applicant came into the meeting and answered all of Council’s questions. Assistant City Attorney Kranitz suggested adding three conditions regarding traffic; 1) if a cue passes 7, a staff member could direct traffic to prevent stacking on Marine. 2) Site Plan approval should be subject to approval of the Planning Commission; and 3) Signage should be placed on the driveway. The Applicant then explained that this type of drive-thru establishment is wholesome and unique and was very well thought out; she continued to say that they did provide for all the requirements that were requested by the City. Public Speaker: Zahid Ahmed, spoke via teleconference. He was in favor of the project and made landscaping recommendations and asked if the project can be solar-ready. There was no further comment, Mayor Cerda closed the Public Hearing at 8:37 p.m. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, seconded by Council Member Henderson, and carried by the following roll call vote to Adopt Resolution No. 6566 and the suggested three conditions: Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, Council Members Henderson, Kaskanian, Francis, and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent: None 13. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ELECTED & CITY MANAGER'S OFFICES 13.A COVID-19 Update City Manager Osorio presented the update. 13.B Approve Contract with Townsend Public Affairs, Inc. City Manager presented Staff Report. President of Townsend Public Affairs Christopher Townsend was available for any questions. There was a discussion that included our Mayor and some of our Council Members. Some of the items discussed were: they thought staff did grant writing; $7,000 a month seems steep; can we secure the representation that we need on a retainer basis; if

6 we did an RFP and did we reach out to our Congresswoman; if this vendor is party of JPA Agreement; Public Comment: 1) Wanda Love, was glad to hear we are starting to look at money on the table; suggested that we need to establish better relationships with our Council so they could establish better relationships with our representatives so they could advocate for us. 2) Zahid Ahmed, asked if we could merge lobbying and grant writing together for this consultant for the same price; also develop a list of projects that the City needs help lobbying with the LA County Board of Supervisors. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, seconded by Mayor Cerda, and carried by the following roll call vote to Approve Contract with Townsend Public Affairs, Inc: Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, Mayor Cerda and Council Member Henderson Noes: Council Member Kaskanian and Francis Absent: None 14. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS – POLICE – No Items 15. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - PUBLIC WORKS 15.A Award Professional Services Contract for the Redondo Beach Boulevard Arterial Improvement Project, JN 945, to Cannon Corporation, in the amount of $520,985. City Manager Osorio presented Staff Report. Director of Public Works Allan Rigg was available for any questions. Council Member Francis asked if we have used this vendor in the past, and if we could approve the funding for each of the plans. City Manager Osorio and Director Riggs answered Council Member Francis’ questions. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, seconded by Mayor Cerda, and carried by the following roll call vote to Approve Professional Services Contract: Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, Mayor Cerda and Council Members Henderson, Kaskanian, and Francis Noes: None Absent: None 16. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - RECREATION & HUMAN SERVICES – No Items 17. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS – TRANSPORTATION – No Items

7 18. COUNCIL ITEMS 18.A Discussion of current Delegate / Alternate Appointment to the following Outside / City committee: a. Southern California Association of Governments City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report. It was moved by Council Member Francis, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, and carried by the following roll call vote to Re-Assign Council Member Henderson as the Delegate and Council Member Kaskanian as the Alternate to the Outside / City Committee: Southern California Association of Governments: Ayes: Council Member Francis, Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka and Council Members Henderson, Kaskanian, and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent: None 19. COUNCIL DIRECTIVES Council Member Francis 1) She expressed her concerns about the items that are still on the vacant property located at El Segundo and Crenshaw Blvd and that it has been in the same condition for almost a year. It was seconded by Mayor Cerda. Mayor Cerda stated that she believes that it’s a Code Enforcement issue and getting in contact with the owner. City Manager Osorio responded that the City would continue to cite them for any violations and the reason why it is stagnated is because of the transfer of ownership. Assistant City Attorney Lisa Kranitz stated that she is reaching out to the attorney of the developer to find out the status of the project. 2) Status of the Chase Building City Manager Osorio stated that we have retained ownership, put a fence around the property, and have engaged an architect; he then said we are trying to figure out if there is a way to save the basement; there is some sort of structural component which is delaying the process. Council Member Henderson 1) Would like staff to look into adding Wi-Fi in our parks; the COG has done our fiber network we would need to figure out the remaining pieces to get the secured wireless for the community would like to start at Rowley Park. He then suggested giving Jacki Bacharach a call because they still have some fiber available. Council Member Francis seconded it.

8 Council Member Kaskanian 1) He noticed the pavement near the water line on 135 th and Western is rough and looks terrible. He asked if it was final. Mayor Cerda seconded it. 20. CITY MANAGER REMARKS RE: DIRECTIVES / COUNCIL ITEMS City Manager Osorio gave a verbal report of information to follow-up on matters that had been directed or requested by the Mayor and Members of Council. Those items were, as follows: 1. Video presentation highlighting the Recreation and Human Services Department current and future events: • 39th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Parade on Saturday, February 26, 2022. Parade begins at 10:00 a.m. at Serra High School & ends at Rowley Park. • Co-ed Youth Soccer League, Registration Period Wednesday, March 9 – Wednesday, March 23, 2022. • State of the City 2022, Thursday, March 10, 2022, at City Hall Lawn. For additional information please call (310)217-9507 or visit citymanager@cityofgardena.org. • Casino Night, Friday, March 11, 2022, 4:00p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at City Hall Lawn. • Paint in the Park, Thursday, March 17, 2022, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. at Rowley Park. For further information contact the Senior Bureau Office at (310)217-9552. • Free COVID-19 Vaccinations Mobile Clinic, Friday, March 18, 2022, at Rowley Memorial Park, call (310)217-9537 for an appointment. Pre-registration is highly recommended, but walk-ins are welcome. • 46 th Annual Koi Show, March 19-20, 2022, Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at City Hall Complex. Open to the Public, Free Admission. • Co-ed Youth Basketball Outdoor Skills & Drills Clinics: Mas Fukai Park on Saturday, March 19, 2022. • March Madness Youth Competition, Sunday, March 20, 2022, at Mas Fukai Park. • Spring Carnival at Mas Fukai Park on Friday, April 15, 2022: 5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m; Saturday, April 16, 2022: 2:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m; Sunday, April 17, 2022: 2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. • Easter at the Parks, Saturday, April 16, 2022, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Freeman and Rowley Park. Egg Hunt Starts at 10:00 a.m. ages 12 & under. • Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at City Hall Lawn, Saturday, April 16, 2022, 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Free Egg Hunt 10:30 a.m. (ages 12 & under). • Happy Earth Day, Saturday, April 23, 2022, 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Earth Day Community Clean-Up and Celebration Come Join Our Efforts to Keep Gardena Beautiful. For further information contact (310)217-9537. • Happy International Woman’s Day to all the woman in our city, county, country and in the world. Quote: Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women's equality. Collectively we can all BreakTheBias.

9 21. COUNCIL REMARKS 1) COUNCIL MEMBER FRANCIS – Since the last meeting Council Member Francis attended the Homeless Count, 39 th Annual MLK parade, and Afternoon in the Park, great day overall thanked Keith O’ Derrick videographer, Director Riggs, Director Santin, was a huge undertaking, parks and recreation staff Nikki, Amber and Emily for their extra effort. She thanked everyone that worked and helped make the event happen. Also thanked Mr. Romero and Ms. Martinez as all Gardena schools were represented in the parade. The essay contest winners were there and asked to Save the Date as January 13-14, 2023, is the next MLK celebration. Battle of the Bands winner was Gardena High School. Lastly, wished everyone a Happy International Women’s Day and asked to continue to do what you’re doing as better days are coming. 2) MAYOR PRO TEM – Since the last meeting Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka participated in the homeless count thanked City Staff and Police Department, attended SBCCOG Board meeting, Martin Luther King parade thanked Director Santin and staff. He also attended the Homeless task force meeting, CA Cities membership meeting talked about re-districting political venues, attended the Senior Paint Day at Johnson Park, thanked city staff and Police Department. Lastly, expressed that we should be proud of the women who work for the city, thanked all women, and wished everyone Happy International Women’s Day. 3) COUNCIL MEMBER KASKANIAN – Since the last meeting Council Member Kaskanian attended the Homeless Count, and Martin Luther King parade. Council Member Kaskanian thanked all staff that helped in the parade and thanked Council Member Francis. He also gave his condolences to City Clerk Semenza for the passing of her brother-in-law. 4) MAYOR CERDA – Since the last meeting, Mayor Cerda attended the Homeless Count and recognized the CERT team for helping. Also, attended a funeral of LA County Fire Captain Steve McCann, Martin Luther King parade, thanked Council Member Francis, Committee, and staff for all their hard work. Mayor Cerda had the pleasure of meeting Kayley Humphries Gold Medal winner in bobsledding at Raising Cane’s. Attended a birthday drive-by for Esther Barbick who turned 102 years old thanked the Police Department, LA County Fire, and firefighter Elliot Hoffman. Met with the CEO of Nissin Foods donated 10 pallets of noodles to LA Regional Food Bank as well as to the City. Lastly, sent a special shout out to Public Works for coming out to fix the main water line break and reminded everyone about State of the City on Thursday, March 10, 2022. 5) COUNCIL MEMBER HENDERSON – Council Member Henderson thanked the MLK Committee and shared that it was a great parade and thanked staff for their great work. Since the last meeting Council Member Henderson attended the BIZFED SCAG meeting, Read Across America at 118th Street school and shared we have a lot of future leaders, met with KIP Generations Academy, was in communication with the 2 nd District, and spoke about sustainability profile. Asked City Manager Osorio to thank Department Heads, City Attorney, Assistant City Attorney, and thanked council for pushing a pro-active agenda as they are thinking about the future of the community.

22. ANNOUNC EMENT(S) Mayor Cerda announced: 1. Assembly District 62 Special Primary Election on April 5, 2022. Purpose of this Election: The April 5, 2022, Assembly District 62 Special Primary Election was called by California Governor Gavin Newsom to fill the vacancy in the 62 nd Assembly District. This seat was previously held by The Honorable Autumn Burke. Vote In Person: Tuesday, April 5, 2022: 7:00 a.m. to 8:00p.m. at Rowley Park Gymnasium, 13220 Van Ness Ave., Gardena. This Election affects Gardena residents who live within District 62 and is for one day only. Residents who live north of Rosecrans Ave., you can Vote by Mail: Ballot Drop Box Location at Rowley Park as of March 3, 2022. 2. Vaccination Pop-up Clinic, Friday, March 18, 2022, at the AADAP Corporate Office (Asian American Drug Abuse Program) located at 2900 Crenshaw Blvd. They are offering the 1st, 2 nd• and Booster Shots: Moderna, Pfizer and Johnson and Johnson. For further information you can register at https://myturn .ca .gov/ . 23. REMEMBRANCES Michael Villalpando, 61 years old, beloved husband of Marisa Castellucci and brother in- law of Mina Semenza, Gardena City Clerk; _Steven Mccann, LA County Fire Captain who was 48 years of age. 24. ADJOURNMENT At 10:20 p.m., Mayor Cerda adjourned the Gardena City Council Meeting to the Closed Session portion of the City Council Meeting at 7:00 p.m., and the Regular City Council Meeting at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 22, 2022. MINA SEMENZA City Clerk of the City of Gardena and Ex-officio Clerk of the Council APPROVED: ~~ T~sha Cerda, Mayor By: /Upt /<Jmwuy Becky Romero, Deputy City Clerk 10

GARDENA CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting Notice and Agenda Council Chamber at City Hall 1700 West 162nd Street, Gardena, California Website: www.cityofgardena.org Tuesday, March 8, 2022 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 signed AB 361. 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 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87927308480 Phone number: US: +1 669 900 9128, Meeting ID: 879 2730 8480 Press *9 to Raise your Hand and *6 to unmute when prompted. 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 PUBLIC EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINE/DISMISSAL/RELEASE Government Code section 54957(b) Title: Police Sergeant 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. INVOCATION Presented by Mayor Pro Tem Rodney G. Tanaka 5. PRESENTATIONS 6. PROCLAMATIONS 7. APPOINTMENTS 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 CONTACT: CITY CLERK 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.B Approve Minutes: Regular Meeting of the City Council, February 22, 2022 CONTACT: CITY CLERK 02222022 REGULAR Minutes Gardena CC Meeting - FINAL.pdf 8.C Approval of Warrants/Payroll Register, March 8, 2022 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER Consent Calendar Memo 03-08-22.pdf 8.D Monthly Portfolio, November 2021 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER November 2021 Investment Report.pdf 8.E Monthly Portfolio, December 2021 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER December 2021 Investment Report.pdf 8.F Monthly Portfolio, January 2022 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER January 2022 Investment Report.pdf 8.G Personnel Report P-2022-5 3-08-22 CONTACT: HUMAN RESOURCES PERS RPT P-2022-5 3-08-22.doc Risk Analyst Job Description.docx Classification and Compensation Schedule - eff. March 8, 2022.pdf 8.H RESOLUTION NO. 6563, Repealing Resolution No. 6438, and Adopting a New Conflict of Interest Code CONTACT: CITY CLERK RESO NO 6563 -New Conflict of Interest Code w-Appendix 3-8-2022 (not fully executed).pdf 8.I RESOLUTION NO. 6564, Making the legally required findings to Re-Authorize the use of Teleconferencing in accordance with Assembly Bill 361 for meetings of the Gardena City Council and other Commissions, Committees and Boards subject to State open meeting laws. CONTACT: CITY MANAGER RESO NO 6564.pdf 8.J Approve Carnival Contract with Baque Bros Concessions/Classic Rides, Inc. for Spring Carnival at Mas Fukai Park on Friday April 15, Saturday, April 16 , and Sunday, April 17, 2022. CONTACT: RECREATION AND HUMAN SERVICES Baque_Bros_Carnival_Contract-_April_2022.pdf 8.K Approve Additional Funding of $35,000 to Blanket Purchase Order for McCain Inc. to Purchase Traffic Control Products and Equipment. CONTACT: PUBLIC WORKS 3

8.L Acceptance and Notice of Completion for Mas Fukai Park Improvements - Site and Shade Structure Reconstruction, and Fence Rehabilitation, JN 820. CONTACT: PUBLIC WORKS JN 820_NOC files.pdf 9. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR 10. PLANNING & ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMISSION ACTION SHEET 11. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 12. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 12.A PUBLIC HEARING: RESOLUTION 6566, Upholding the Decision of the Planning Commission and Approving Site Plan Review #4-21 for the Construction of a New 3,720 Square-Foot Multi-Tenant Commercial Building with a Drive-Thru in the Commercial (C-2) and Mixed-Use Overlay Zones and Directing Staff to file a Notice Of Exemption for New Construction of Small Structures APPLICANT: Sarah Withers LOCATION: 15106 South Western Avenue Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 6566 Agenda Staff Report.pdf Resolution No. 6566 with attachments.pdf Planning Commission Packet - Dated February 1, 2022.pdf 13. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ELECTED & CITY MANAGER'S OFFICES 13.A COVID-19 Update 13.B Approve Contract with Townsend Public Affairs, Inc. Staff Recommendation: Approve Contract TPA - Townsend.pdf 14. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - POLICE 15. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - PUBLIC WORKS 15.A Award Professional Services Contract for the Redondo Beach Boulevard Arterial Improvement Project, JN 945, to Cannon Corporation, in the amount of $520,985. Staff Recommendation: Approve Professional Services Contract 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

RFP_Redondo Beach Blvd Arterial Improvement Project_Rev1.pdf Agreement Gardena RBB 03-01-22 210432.pdf Redondo Beach Blvd. Arterial Improvements Project_Cannon_01-20-22.pdf 16. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - RECREATION & HUMAN SERVICES 17. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - TRANSPORTATION 18. COUNCIL ITEMS 18.A Discussion of current Delegate / Alternate Appointment to the following Outside / City committee: a. Southern California Association of Governments Staff Recommendation: Approve Council Assignment to the Outside / City committee: Southern California Association of Governments 19. COUNCIL DIRECTIVES 20. CITY MANAGER REMARKS RE: DIRECTIVES / COUNCIL ITEMS 21. COUNCIL REMARKS 1. COUNCIL MEMBER FRANCIS 2. MAYOR PRO TEM TANAKA 3. COUNCIL MEMBER KASKANIAN 4. MAYOR CERDA 5. COUNCIL MEMBER HENDERSON 22. ANNOUNCEMENT(S) 23. REMEMBRANCES Michael Villalpando, 61 years old, beloved husband of Marisa Castellucci and brother- in-law of Mina Semenza, Gardena City Clerk. 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, March 22, 2022. 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 4th day of March, 2022 /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, March 8, 2022 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 signed AB 361. 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 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87927308480 Phone number: US: +1 669 900 9128, Meeting ID: 879 2730 8480 Press *9 to Raise your Hand and *6 to unmute when prompted. 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 2.A PUBLIC EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINE/DISMISSAL/RELEASE Government Code section 54957(b) Title: Police Sergeant 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. INVOCATION Presented by Mayor Pro Tem Rodney G. Tanaka 5. PRESENTATIONS 6. PROCLAMATIONS 7. APPOINTMENTS 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 CONTACT: CITY CLERK 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.B Approve Minutes: Regular Meeting of the City Council, February 22, 2022 CONTACT: CITY CLERK 02222022 REGULAR Minutes Gardena CC Meeting - FINAL.pdf 8.C Approval of Warrants/Payroll Register, March 8, 2022 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER Consent Calendar Memo 03-08-22.pdf 8.D Monthly Portfolio, November 2021 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER November 2021 Investment Report.pdf 8.E Monthly Portfolio, December 2021 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER December 2021 Investment Report.pdf 8.F Monthly Portfolio, January 2022 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER January 2022 Investment Report.pdf 8.G Personnel Report P-2022-5 3-08-22 CONTACT: HUMAN RESOURCES PERS RPT P-2022-5 3-08-22.doc Risk Analyst Job Description.docx Classification and Compensation Schedule - eff. March 8, 2022.pdf 8.H RESOLUTION NO. 6563, Repealing Resolution No. 6438, and Adopting a New Conflict of Interest Code CONTACT: CITY CLERK RESO NO 6563 -New Conflict of Interest Code w-Appendix 3-8-2022 (not fully executed).pdf 8.I RESOLUTION NO. 6564, Making the legally required findings to Re-Authorize the use of Teleconferencing in accordance with Assembly Bill 361 for meetings of the Gardena City Council and other Commissions, Committees and Boards subject to State open meeting laws. CONTACT: CITY MANAGER RESO NO 6564.pdf 8.J Approve Carnival Contract with Baque Bros Concessions/Classic Rides, Inc. for Spring Carnival at Mas Fukai Park on Friday April 15, Saturday, April 16 , and Sunday, April 17, 2022. CONTACT: RECREATION AND HUMAN SERVICES Baque_Bros_Carnival_Contract-_April_2022.pdf 8.K Approve Additional Funding of $35,000 to Blanket Purchase Order for McCain Inc. to Purchase Traffic Control Products and Equipment. CONTACT: PUBLIC WORKS

8.L Acceptance and Notice of Completion for Mas Fukai Park Improvements - Site and Shade Structure Reconstruction, and Fence Rehabilitation, JN 820. CONTACT: PUBLIC WORKS JN 820_NOC files.pdf 9. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR 10. PLANNING & ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMISSION ACTION SHEET 11. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 12. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 12.A PUBLIC HEARING: RESOLUTION 6566, Upholding the Decision of the Planning Commission and Approving Site Plan Review #4-21 for the Construction of a New 3,720 Square-Foot Multi-Tenant Commercial Building with a Drive-Thru in the Commercial (C-2) and Mixed-Use Overlay Zones and Directing Staff to file a Notice Of Exemption for New Construction of Small Structures APPLICANT: Sarah Withers LOCATION: 15106 South Western Avenue Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 6566 Agenda Staff Report.pdf Resolution No. 6566 with attachments.pdf Planning Commission Packet - Dated February 1, 2022.pdf 13. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ELECTED & CITY MANAGER'S OFFICES 13.A COVID-19 Update 13.B Approve Contract with Townsend Public Affairs, Inc. Staff Recommendation: Approve Contract TPA - Townsend.pdf 14. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - POLICE 15. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - PUBLIC WORKS 15.A Award Professional Services Contract for the Redondo Beach Boulevard Arterial Improvement Project, JN 945, to Cannon Corporation, in the amount of $520,985. Staff Recommendation: Approve Professional Services Contract 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.

RFP_Redondo Beach Blvd Arterial Improvement Project_Rev1.pdf Agreement Gardena RBB 03-01-22 210432.pdf Redondo Beach Blvd. Arterial Improvements Project_Cannon_01-20-22.pdf 16. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - RECREATION & HUMAN SERVICES 17. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - TRANSPORTATION 18. COUNCIL ITEMS 18.A Discussion of current Delegate / Alternate Appointment to the following Outside / City committee: a. Southern California Association of Governments Staff Recommendation: Approve Council Assignment to the Outside / City committee: Southern California Association of Governments 19. COUNCIL DIRECTIVES 20. CITY MANAGER REMARKS RE: DIRECTIVES / COUNCIL ITEMS 21. COUNCIL REMARKS 1. COUNCIL MEMBER FRANCIS 2. MAYOR PRO TEM TANAKA 3. COUNCIL MEMBER KASKANIAN 4. MAYOR CERDA 5. COUNCIL MEMBER HENDERSON 22. ANNOUNCEMENT(S) 23. REMEMBRANCES Michael Villalpando, 61 years old, beloved husband of Marisa Castellucci and brother- in-law of Mina Semenza, Gardena City Clerk. 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, March 22, 2022. 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 4th day of March, 2022 /s/ MINA SEMENZA MINA SEMENZA, City Clerk

1 MINUTES Regular Meeting of the Gardena City Council Tuesday, February 22, 2022 In order to minimize the spread of the COVID 19 virus, Governor Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 361. 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 at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, February 22, 2022, 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. Other City Officials and Employees present City Manager Clint Osorio and City Attorney Carmen Vasquez; Police Chief Mike Saffell and Outside Counsel Attorney Eugene Ramirez. PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION - None 2. CLOSED SESSION 2.A CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- EXISTING LITIGATION Gov. Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Roshawn Douglas, et. al v. City of Gardena, et al. United States District Court, Central District of California, Case No.2:21-cv-06327- JFW-MAR Mayor Cerda reconvened the meeting to the Regular Open Session at 7:32 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 Item 2.A in the matter of Roshawn Douglas vs. City of Gardena, the City recently attended a mediation where they were presented with the mediator’s proposal for $60,000 subject to Council approval the parties tentatively agreed to that settlement on the date of the mediation, tonight the Council voted unanimously 5-0 to approve that settlement in the amount of $60,000.

2 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Lauren Portis and Melefehi Tufia led the Pledge of Allegiance. Lauren and Melefehi both attend Robert E. Peary Middle School. Lauren Portis is currently the ASB President and Melefehi Tufia is currently the ASB Vice President. Both students are residents of the City of Gardena, and both possess a growth mindset, leadership, great planning, and communication skills. 4. INVOCATION Mayor Pro Tem Rodney G. Tanaka led the Invocation. 5. PRESENTATIONS 5.A Special Primary Election for State Assembly 62nd District Presentation Flyer - Presented by City Clerk Mina Semenza 6. PROCLAMATIONS 6.A "WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH" March 2022 - was proclaimed by Mayor Cerda 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, February 8, 2022 CONTACT: CITY CLERK 8.C Receive and File of Minutes: Planning & Environmental Quality Commission, January 4, 2022 CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 8.D Receive and File of Minutes: Planning & Environmental Quality Commission, February 1, 2022 CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 8.E Approval of Warrants/Payroll Register, February 22, 2022 CONTACT: CITY TREASURER February 22, 2022: Wire Transfer: 12128-12131; Check Nos. 166303 -166465 – for a total Warrants issued in the amount of $1,455,812.56 Total Payroll Issued for February 11, 2022: $1,646,600.76. 8.F Personnel Report P-2022-4 2-22-22 CONTACT: HUMAN RESOURCES

3 8.G RESOLUTION NO. 6561, Making the legally required findings to Re-Authorize the use of Teleconferencing in accordance with Assembly Bill 361 for meetings of the Gardena City Council and other Commissions, Committees and Boards subject to State open meeting laws. CONTACT: CITY MANAGER RESOLUTION NO. 6561 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING THE LEGALLY REQUIRED FINDINGS TO REAUTHORIZE THE USE OF TELECONFERENCING IN ACCORDANCE WITH ASSEMBLY BILL 361 FOR MEETINGS OF THE GARDENA CITY COUNCIL AND OTHER COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES AND BOARDS SUBJECT TO STATE OPEN MEETING LAWS 8.H RESOLUTION NO. 6562, Amending the list of authorized games and authorizing the play of certain games in licensed card clubs. CONTACT: CITY MANAGER RESOLUTION NO. 6562 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 8.I RESOLUTION NO. 6552: Artesia Boulevard Landscaping Assessment District Renewal for the Fiscal Year Commencing July 1, 2022 and Ending June 30, 2023 CONTACT: PUBLIC WORKS RESOLUTION NO. 6552 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, ARTESIA BOULEVARD LANDSCAPING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT RENEWAL FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY 1ST, 2022 AND ENDING JUNE 30TH, 2023 8.J RESOLUTION NO. 6553: Consolidated Street Lighting District Renewal for the Fiscal Year Commencing July 1, 2022, and Ending June 30, 2023 CONTACT: PUBLIC WORKS RESOLUTION NO. 6553 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA CONSOLIDATED STREET LIGHTING DISTRICT RENEWAL FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY 1ST, 2022 AND ENDING JUNE 30TH, 2023

4 8.K Ratify Administrative Approval of the Elderly Nutrition Program Contract ENP202105 Amendment Eight CONTACT: RECREATION & HUMAN SERVICES It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, seconded by Council Member Henderson, and carried by the following roll call vote to Approve all Items on the Consent Calendar: Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka and Council Members Henderson, Kaskanian, Francis, and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent: None 9. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR 10. PLANNING & ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMISSION ACTION SHEET 10.A FEBRUARY 15, 2022 MEETING Continuation of Environmental Assessment #14-21, Site Plan Review #5-21, Conditional Use Permit #5-21, and Conditional Use Permit #6-21 The Planning Commission considered a request for site plan to construct a four- story residential building for 121 single room occupancy units; a conditional use permit to permit the construction of a single room occupancy (SRO) residential development in the Industrial (M-1) zone; another conditional use permit to permit the construction of two, six-tier automated parking structures; and a density bonus request to allow the density and FAR increase as the project included seven affordable, very low-income units. The project qualified for a categorical exemption from the provisions of the CEQA, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15332 for an in-fill development project. PROJECT LOCATION: 13126 S. Western Avenue APPLICANT: Lee Johnson, West Realty Group, Inc Commission Action: The Planning Commission voted 5-0-0, approving Resolution No. PC 4-22, approving Site Plan Review #5-21, Conditional Use Permit #5-21, and Conditional Use Permit #6-21. City Council Action: Receive and File or Call for Council Review This Item was Called for Review by Council Member Francis – Mayor Cerda seconded it. A Public Hearing was set for the March 22, 2022, Council Meeting. 10.B FEBRUARY 15, 2022 MEETING Ordinance No. 1840 The Planning Commission considered an ordinance to add Chapter 18.74 to Title 18, Zoning, of the Gardena Municipal Code relating to reasonable accommodations. Commission Action: The Planning Commission voted 5-0-0, approving Resolution No. PC 5- 22, recommending the City Council approve Ordinance No. 1840.This Ordinance is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to the common sense exemption.

5 City Council Action: No action needed, this item will come before the City Council at a future meeting. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - None 11. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES – No Items 12. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 12.A PUBLIC HEARING: RESOLUTION NO. 6558, A Resolution amending the Gardena General Plan by adopting an Environmental Justice Element and an update to the Public Safety Plan and adopting amendments to the General Plan Implementation Program and direct staff to file a notice of exemption pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15061, Review for Exemption RESOLUTION NO. 6558 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE GARDENA GENERAL PLAN BY ADOPTING AN ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ELEMENT AND AN UPDATE TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY PLAN AND ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE GENERAL PLAN IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM AND DIRECTS STAFF TO FILE A NOTICE OF EXEMPTION PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15061, REVIEW FOR EXEMPTION City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report. Senior Planner Amanda Acuna and Community Development Director Greg Tsujiuchi were available for any questions. DeNovo Senior Planner Kelly Hickler gave the PowerPoint presentation and was available for any questions. Mayor Cerda opened the Public Hearing at 7:48 p.m. and asked if there were any comments from the public. There was a discussion that included our Mayor and some of our Council Members. Some of the items discussed were: that if the survey conducted determined that the north side of Gardena needs a market; there is no vacant land to accommodate the market; opportunities to demolition, reconstruction and refurbishment certain areas and properties; opportunities for developers to reimagine areas in the city; mentioned of hazardous waste sites and the former Brownsfields sites; in favor of the Environmental Justice Committee; recommendation to create an electronic dashboard to track the progress in real time; explanation of low rent income in order to create more affordable housing but at the same time not be over reliant on affordable housing; one particular census tract that is not labeled a disadvantaged community – how is it possible when were all in the same six square miles and what is unique about that tract; information provided regarding the Housing Element household size and disadvantaged community map; restated that what was once considered to be a disadvantaged community it is not solely based on income

6 and that the income levels have changed with the addition of the air quality element and living within a half mile of a hazardous site; concerns regarding the information shown on the Hazardous Material and Toxic Sites Map; what is the difference between chain markets versus independent markets. Assistant City Attorney Lisa Kranitz , Senior Planner Amanda Acuna, and DeNovo Senior Planner Kelly Hickler responded to all the Council’s questions. No Public Speakers There was no further comment, Mayor Cerda closed the Public Hearing at 8:43 p.m. It was moved by Council Member Henderson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, and carried by the following roll call vote to Adopt Resolution No. 6558: Ayes: Council Member Henderson and Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, Council Members Kaskanian, Francis, and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent: None 13. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ELECTED & CITY MANAGER'S OFFICES 13.A COVID-19 Update City Manager Osorio presented the update. Mayor Cerda stated that she is pleased to see that the numbers are starting to go down. 14. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS – POLICE 14.A Execution of One-Year Agreement with JL Group, LLC for Background Investigation Services Not to Exceed $77,000 City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report. Council Member Francis asked for confirmation if this is an extension of an agreement that was already in place or is it new. City Manager Osorio confirm that the information was correct and explained the contract terms and conditions. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, seconded by Council Member Francis, and carried by the following roll call vote to Authorize and Execute Contract: Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka and Council Members Francis, Henderson, Kaskanian, and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent: None 15. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - PUBLIC WORKS – No Items

7 16. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - RECREATION & HUMAN SERVICES – No Items 17. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS – TRANSPORTATION – No Items 18. COUNCIL ITEMS 19. COUNCIL DIRECTIVES Council Member Francis 1. Stated that the project at El Segundo and Crenshaw Blvd. has been clean but there is a lot of graffiti on the walls, two large trash containers and a trailer. She asked, if possible, when they approve a project that we request that the developer maintain the property. Assistant City Attorney Lisa Kranitz responded that they’ll go through the contract conditions and make sure that the language is included in all future projects and in the meantime the city will reach out to the developers. Mayor Cerda asked and wanted confirmation that when a developer or individual assumes a property, they’re the new owner and are responsible to maintain the property. Assistant City Attorney Lisa Kranitz confirmed that the information was correct. 2. Asked if there’s a quicker turnaround time to disclose permitted or non-permitted construction work and process any permits and plans that may be required when a property is being sold and trying to close escrow. Community Development Director Greg Tsujiuchi explained what the city requirements are when a property is being sold and the permit process for unpermitted construction. Mayor Cerda recommended that Council Member Francis speak to City Manager Osorio and Community Development Director Greg Tsujiuchi directly so they can get a better understanding of the directive. Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka 1. Asked if we can look at what is going on with the two railroad tracks on Western and Normandie and possibly alleviate any issues, because he has received complaints regarding the railroad tracks that run from Crenshaw Lumber through Normandie, the tracks are lower than the street which causes issues when driving by. Seconded by Council Member Henderson. 20. CITY MANAGER REMARKS RE: DIRECTIVES / COUNCIL ITEMS City Manager Osorio gave a verbal report of information to follow-up on matters that had been directed or requested by the Mayor and Members of Council. Those items were, as follows: 1. Memo regarding the removal of the term “alien” from city agreements. City attorney report on the memo that her office has reviewed all city templates on agreements and removed any references to the term alien.

8 2. Memo regarding a question on an initiative number 21-004281 which is the Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act. The Act would amend the California Constitution to restrict the ability of the state counties and cities and the electorate to approve or collect taxes fees and other revenues. 3. Memo regarding the explanation of the Community Development Department response and Plan of Action for the continued maintenance of a property located at 12850 Crenshaw Blvd. 4. Video presentation highlighting the Recreation and Human Service