Gardena City Council

1 MINUTES Regular Meeting Notice Gardena City Council Tuesday, June 10, 2025 The Regular Meeting Notice and Agenda of the Gardena City Council of the City of Gardena, California, was called to order at 7:02 PM on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, in the Council Chamber at City Hall 1700 West 162 nd Street, Gardena, California; Mayor Tasha Cerda presiding. 1. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Pro Tem Rodney G. Tanaka; Council Member Mark E Henderson; Council Member Paulette C. Francis; and Council Member Wanda Love. Other City officials and employees present: City Manager Clint Osorio; City Attorney Carmen Vasquez; City Clerk Mina Semenza; and Records Management Coordinator Katherine Rhee. Deputy City Clerk Becky Romero was away on an excused absence. It was noted for the record that Mayor Tasha Cerda was running a few minutes late. PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION 2. CLOSED SESSION 2.A CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- EXISTING LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Tamika Williams v. City of Gardena WCAB NO: ADJ17514578 2.B CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation, pursuant to subdivision (d)(2) & (e)(3) of Government Code Section 54956.9 One Potential Case: Claim No. 20-03 REC, filed November 11, 2023, by Dominic Kemp, a minor, through his mother and Guardian Ad Litem, Vanessa Perez (Copy of Claim is available in the City Clerk's office) CITY ATTORNEY REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION Mayor Cerda reconvened the meeting to the Regular Open Session at 7:44 p.m., and the City Clerk noted the return of all Council Members, who were present at the meeting, including Mayor Cerda. When City Attorney Vasquez was asked if there was any reportable action from Closed Session, she reported that all Members of the Council were present; staff was given direction but no reportable action was taken. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Nathan Gomez, 4 th grade at Denker Elementary School led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Nathan attends the City’s Afterschool Program. His favorite hobbies are playing sports. He thanked the council for their support.Docusign Envelope ID: 5D7829F7-79FA-4680-BEBD-440B24F6B8DF

2 4. INVOCATION Pastor Ataru Nakagawa, of the Gardena Japanese-American Seventh-Day Adventist Church, led the Invocation. 5. PRESENTATIONS 5.A Certificate of Commendation in Special Recognition of Retirement and Long-Time Service to the City of Gardena: 1. Atanacio Jimenez - Police Sergeant with the Gardena Police Department - 30 years – Police Chief Todd Fox spoke of Police Sergeant Atanacio Jimenez, who was unable to attend (due to an injury), and his accomplishments throughout his career. He thanked Sergeant Jimenez and congratulated him on a well-earned retirement. 2. Marc Edwards - Bus Operator with the Transportation Department - 3 years Transportation Director Ernie Crespo wished Mr. Edwards the best in his retirement and thanked him for his service. 5.B Special Recognition of Ed Iskendarian for his dedication and contributions to the world of automotive performance in the City of Gardena and the South Bay – Mayor Cerda read a statement before a video was presented which included all of his accomplishments. 5.C Gardena Events Video Presentation – the video presentation highlighted the Recreation and Human Services Department’s current and future events. 6. PROCLAMATIONS 6.A "Pause for the Pledge of Allegiance" - June 14, 2025, through July 4, 2025 - was proclaimed only 6.B JUNETEENTH Commemoration Day - June 19, 2025 – was proclaimed only 7. APPOINTMENTS 7.A Council Appointments to Commissions, Committees, Councils and Boards (Appointees to be Ratified and Sworn In) Beautification Commission - Darlene Castillo (Appointed by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka) Senior Citizens Commission - Annie Roddy (Appointed by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka) It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, seconded by Council Member Francis and carried by the following roll call vote to Appoint Ms. Darlene Castillo to the Beautification Commission and Ms. Annie Roddy to the Senior Citizens Commission:Docusign Envelope ID: 5D7829F7-79FA-4680-BEBD-440B24F6B8DF

3 Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, Council Member Francis, Council Member Henderson, Council Member Love, and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent: None City Clerk Mina Semenza administered the Oath of Office to both Appointees and appropriate pictures were taken. 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, May 27, 2025 CONTACT: CITY CLERK 8.C Approval of Warrants/Payroll Register, June 10, 2025 CONTACT: ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES June 10, 2025: Wire Transfer: 12987, 13001-13009, Prepay: 180773-180774; Check Numbers: 180775-180930 for Total Warrants issued in the amount of $2,350,384.90; Total Payroll Issued for May 2, 2025: $2,008,143.66 8.D Personnel Report P-2025-10 06-10-24 CONTACT: ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 8.E SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1882 , Adding Chapter 9.72 (Vacant Registry Program) to Title 9 (Public Peace, Morals and Welfare) of the Gardena Municipal Code relating to properties that are vacant, abandoned or in foreclosure proceedings, and find that the Ordinance is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.17. CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE NO. 1882 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 9.72 (VACANT REGISTRY PROGRAM) TO TITLE 9 (PUBLIC PEACE, MORALS AND WELFARE) OF THE GARDENA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO PROPERTIES THAT ARE VACANT, ABANDONED OR IN FORECLOSURE PROCEEDINGS 8.F SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1883, Amending the Gardena Municipal Code Chapter 18.13 relating to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units and find that the Ordinance is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.17. CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENTDocusign Envelope ID: 5D7829F7-79FA-4680-BEBD-440B24F6B8DF

4 ORDINANCE NO. 1883 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 18.13 OF THE GARDENA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND MAKING A DETERMINATION THAT THE ORDINANCE IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA PURSUANT TO PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE SECTION 21080.17 8.G SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1884 , Amending the Gardena Municipal Code Chapter 18.04 (E Definitions), 18.12 (Single -Family Residential Zone (R- 1)), 18.57 (Low Barrier Navigation Centers), and 18.76 (Supportive Housing for Homeless as a Use by Right) of Title 18 (Zoning Code), and Chapter 17.08 (Procedures and Standards) of Title 17 (Subdivisions) to implement State Laws relating to housing, and find that the Ordinance is exempt under the commonsense exemption of CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3). CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE NO. 1884 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTERS 18.04 (DEFINITIONS), 18.12 (SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL ZONE (R-1)), 18.57 (LOW BARRIER NAVIGATION CENTERS), AND 18.76 (SUPPORTIVE HOUSING FOR HOMELESS AS A USE BY RIGHT) OF TITLE 18 (ZONING), AND CHAPTER 17.08 (PARCEL MAPS FOR URBAN LOT SPLITS) OF TITLE 17 (SUBDIVISIONS) OF THE GARDENA MUNICIPAL CODE TO IMPLEMENT STATE LAWS RELATING TO HOUSING AND MAKING A DETERMINATION THAT THE ORDINANCE IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION15061(B)(3) 8.H Bingo License Renewal for Gardena Valley Japanese Cultural Institute, located at 1964 W. 162nd Street. CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 8.I Approve Paratransit Service Agreement with Los Angeles County CONTACT: TRANSPORTATION It was moved by Council Member Francis, seconded by Council Member Henderson and carried by the following roll call vote to Approve the Consent Calendar with the exception of Item 8.E: Ayes: Council Members Francis and Henderson, Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, Council Member Love, and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent: NoneDocusign Envelope ID: 5D7829F7-79FA-4680-BEBD-440B24F6B8DF

5 9. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR 8.E COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1882 , Adding Chapter 9.72 (Vacant Registry Program) to Title 9 (Public Peace, Morals and Welfare) of the Gardena Municipal Code relating to properties that are vacant, abandoned or in foreclosure proceedings, and find that the Ordinance is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.17 CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT – Item pulled by Council Member Love Questions and comments were made by Council Members Love, Francis and Henderson, and Mayor Cerda. Economic Development Manager Jackie Choi, City Attorney Vasquez, and Community Development Manager Greg Tsujiuchi replied to all questions. It was moved by Mayor Cerda, seconded by Council Member Henderson and carried by the following roll call vote to Approve Item 8.E: Ayes: Mayor Cerda, Council Member Henderson, and Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka Noes: Council Member Francis and Council Member Love Absent: None 10. PLANNING & ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMISSION ACTION SHEET 11. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 1) Valerie Barbour, came to submit the colors and give some ideas for the Gardena Boulevard rehabilitation. 12. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 12.A Acceptance of the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 39th Consecutive Year City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report. Mayor Cerda then asked if anyone had asked to speak on this item and if the Council had any comments or questions. There were no public speakers, and no Council comments. This Item was Received and Filed. 12.B Authorization to Lease to Purchase Five (5) 2025 Chevrolet Blazer Electric Vehicles from Enterprise Fleet Management with a Down Payment in the Amount of $310,789, and Monthly Fees Over a 60-Month Period in the Amount of $66,061 for a Total Requested Amount of $376,850 City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report.Docusign Envelope ID: 5D7829F7-79FA-4680-BEBD-440B24F6B8DF

6 Mayor Cerda then asked if anyone had asked to speak on this item and if the Council had any comments or questions. There were no public speakers. Questions and comments were made by Council Members Love and Francis. City Manager Osorio answered all questions. It was moved by Council Member Francis, seconded by Council Member Love and carried by the following roll call vote to Approve Purchase: Ayes: Council Members Francis and Love, Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, Council Member Henderson, and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent: None 12.C Public Hearing: Annual Recruitment and Vacancy Report per Assembly Bill (AB) 2561, Government Code Section 3502.3 City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report. The Public Hearing was opened at 8:57 p.m. Mayor Cerda then asked if anyone had asked to speak on this item and if the Council had any comments or questions. There were no public speakers. Questions and comments were made by Council Members Francis and Love. Director of Administrative Services Ray Beeman answered all questions. The Public Hearing was closed at 9:01 p.m. This Item was Received and Filed. 13. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 13.A PUBLIC HEARING: RESOLUTION NO. 6706, Approving Conditional Use Permit #1-25 to operate an indoor batting cage within an existing 5,677 square-foot warehouse located in the Industrial (M-1) zone located at 13008 Halldale Avenue, approve counting street parking toward the facility's required parking per GMC Section 18.40.080.B.3., find the Project exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Class 1 - Existing Facility). City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report. Planning Assistant Dayana Nava made a presentation. Mayor Cerda opened the Public Hearing at 9:10 p.m. Mayor Cerda then asked if anyone had asked to speak on this item and if the Council had any comments or questions. There were no public speakers. The Applicant, Peter Girgis, also made a presentation.Docusign Envelope ID: 5D7829F7-79FA-4680-BEBD-440B24F6B8DF

7 Questions and comments were made by all members of the Council. Mr. Girgis answered all questions. The Public Hearing was closed at 9:22 p.m. It was moved by Council Member Love, seconded by Council Member Francis and carried by the following roll call vote to Adopt Resolution No. 6706, approving Conditional Use Permit #1-25, Find the Project exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Class 1 - Existing Facility); Direct staff to file a Notice of Exemption: Ayes: Council Members Love and Francis, Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, Council Member Henderson and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent: None 14. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ELECTED & CITY MANAGER'S OFFICES – No Items 15. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - POLICE 15.A Execution of Five-Year Contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Police Body Worn Video in the Amount Not to Exceed $681,072.94 City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report. Chief Fox spoke in detail regarding the services being provided and gave praise to Axon Enterprise, Inc. Mayor Cerda then asked if anyone had asked to speak on this item and if the Council had any comments or questions. There were no public speakers. Questions and comments were made by Council Members Francis. Chief Fox answered all questions. 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, Council Members Francis, Henderson and Love and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent: None 16. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - PUBLIC WORKS - No Items 17. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - RECREATION & HUMAN SERVICES - No Items 18. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - TRANSPORTATION - No Items 19. COUNCIL ITEMS - No ItemsDocusign Envelope ID: 5D7829F7-79FA-4680-BEBD-440B24F6B8DF

8 20. COUNCIL DIRECTIVES Council Member Henderson Subject: Prioritize our cybersecurity training for staff and elected officers and how frequent? Purpose – Raise awareness and vigilance of staff and elected officers. Reason – Proactively develop heightened awareness of phishing and spam tactics that misled and further guard against fraud and theft. Benefit – Potentially protect our city and employees and elected officers from fraud and theft impacting our finances. Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka seconded it. Council Member Love Subject: For the city to publish on the city website and on social media to inform the community as to why they are not able to reach city departments. Purpose – To inform the community as to why they are not able to reach city departments. Reason – The community should know what’s going on with city equipment / or any situation that affects the community. Benefit – To keep the community informed as to why they can’t reach the city if it’s going to directly impact the community. Council Member Francis seconded it. 21. CITY MANAGER REMARKS RE: DIRECTIVES / COUNCIL ITEMS – City Manager Osorio indicated he had no updates but wanted to wish everyone a Happy Juneteenth coming up and that our offices will be closed. 22. COUNCIL REMARKS 1) MAYOR PRO TEM TANAKA - He thanked our citizens and our Police department for helping out with all this unrest. He appreciates what our citizens are not doing. Since the last meeting, he attended the West Basin board meeting at the Carson headquarters, and they received a generous grant from them to the COG. He attended Nacho Jimenez retirement celebration, well-deserved and welcome to everyday Saturday. He attended Boys to Men workshop at the Nakaoka Community Center. He attended CAMS Key Club governor luncheon at the VFW. He went to Bring it on the Boulevard; it was a great event. He attended the City's Healthy Pet Clinic. He attended the City's CERT Presentation by the Red Cross. He attended the Gardena Police Foundation fundraiser event at Friendly Hills, thanks to Liz Hernandez and the foundation. He expressed his condolences to the Paul Giuliano family on the loss of a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Joanna. Lastly, he attended Chief Saffell’s retirement celebration here at the city, it was a great tribute to a great chief, the number of citizens, employees, dignitaries, outside law enforcement personnel, retired Gardena Police department personnel, active chiefs all from LA County, and the dedication, love, and commitment to our city it was shown that day by all those that showed up. He wished him a happy and healthy retirement.Docusign Envelope ID: 5D7829F7-79FA-4680-BEBD-440B24F6B8DF

9 2) COUNCIL MEMBER LOVE - Since the last meeting, she attended the Western State Carpenters Union grand opening of their training facility in Carson. She attended the compost giveaway. She also attended Bring it on the Boulevard event; it was a pretty good turnout; the community was able to get free hot dogs, burgers, french fries, and onion rings from the Habit. It's really good to see the community come out and just have a day where they can enjoy and have fun and bring the kids. She also attended Chief's retirement celebration, it was amazing to see how many people came out to show their love for him. She had the honor of attending the 35th District Senate swearing in of Laura Richardson. She asked the community to stay prayerful, stay hopeful, and stay safe, with all that's going on in the world. We are all in uncertain times and we don't know what's going to happen today or tomorrow or by the end of the week or by the end of the month. She indicated that she wants to encourage the community to stay faithful, stay encouraged and stay prayerful, look out for your neighbors, and look out for your family. 3) COUNCIL MEMBER FRANCIS - Since the last council meeting, she attended the 2025 Democratic Convention in Anaheim, where she represented Gardena as our elected delegate. She attended the Bring It on the Boulevard, it was a great event. She hopes to see more activities on Gardena Boulevard. She welcomed Darlene Castillo to the Beautification Commission. She congratulated Chief Todd Fox on his new position. She said Happy Juneteenth representing the official ending of slavery in the United States of America. She mentioned the first amendment guarantees us the right to a peaceful protest. It says congress shall make no law abridging freedom of speech or the press or the right of people to peacefully assemble and to petition the government for red dress grievances. Hopefully even with all the craziness going on things will get better because better days are coming it's been promised. 4) MAYOR CERDA - Since the last council meeting, she attended a hearing on Zoom for our card rooms for our rotation of a player dealer position. Fortunately, she was able to speak in the beginning and testify in support of trying to keep our card rooms games up and going. She then came back the second day to do it again for a hearing on blackjack style games. These are all things in support of letting the Bureau of Gambling know that we don't want our games to be adjusted and/or go away. She attended her monthly LA County Sanitation personnel meeting. She attended the retirement ceremony for Sergeant Jimenez, She congratulated him, on a job well done. She also attended the surprise get together for Mayor Pro Tem for his post-retirement promotion as Assistant Chief. She also had her monthly town hall meeting, and thanked everyone who came out. She also attended a retirement ceremony at 156th Street School for her many years of service. In fact, our Deputy City Clerk's son, who was his teacher is now grown up with a son of his own. She was happy to present a certificate from the City of Gardena. She had the opportunity to see her Youth Commissioner leave for prom, it was a lot of fun to see how they’ve grown. She attended Kiwana’s Key Club reception at the VFW, she mentioned we have two, one at Gardena High School and CAMS.. She attended the Chief's retirement ceremony, and it was a tough day for a lot of us just because we're definitely going to miss the Chief but we're happy that he is going to have a healthy retirement where every day gets to be Saturday. She attended the Tri City CERT Community Panel where she represented the City of Gardena. They mentioned how they can prepare for a future event similar to COVID. She participated in the Special Olympics law enforcement torch run. She attended the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Metro Transit Center, which is right next to the airport, where people will be able to take the metro, and it will meet up with the new people mover which will be opening next yearDocusign Envelope ID: 5D7829F7-79FA-4680-BEBD-440B24F6B8DF

10 and then that will get you to the airport. Lastly, she attended the Gardena Police Foundation golf tournament, she had a great time, and she thanked everybody who participated, those who donated to the event, and those who played in the event. 5) COUNCIL MEMBER HENDERSON - Since the last meeting, he has done some business and community visits. He attended his ICA board meeting. He attended the Boys to Men Conference;. He attended the Western States Carpenters event in Carson. He got recognized by the California Democratic Party Veterans Caucus for his past work with the Veterans Caucus over the years. The Gardena Police Foundation golf event was a lot of fun. It was a nice mild day, then the sun came out and beat us all up. He attended Chief Saffell’s retirement. He’s excited about what Chief Fox is going to do. Chief Fox also has some innovative ideas, and different things that he is looking forward to. He thanked the Finance team for receiving the GFOA award for the 39th year. He attended Bring It on the Boulevard. He had the opportunity to be the commencement speaker for Learn for Life, and he co-headlined with the trustee of Los Angeles Community College District Board Nichelle Henderson. He went to Mayor Pro Tem’s post-retirement promotion event. 23. ANNOUNCEMENT(S) 1) Million Coaches Challenge event, Thursday, 6/12/2025 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Nakoaka Community Center; join us for a free workshop from Positive Coaching Alliance; 2) Mini Golf Night, Friday, 6/30/2025 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at City Hall Lawn; 3) Recycle a Used Oil Filter and Get a New One for Free, Saturday, 6/14/2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at AutoZone; and Saturday 6/21/2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at O’Reilly Auto Parts; 4) Community Budget Forum, Wednesday, 6/18/2025, begins at 6:00 p.m. at the Nakaoka Community Center; 5) Juneteenth DJ Showcase, Thursday, 6/19/2025 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at City Hall Lawn; and 6) Community Care Day, Saturday, 6/21/2025 from 12:00 p.m to 2:30 p.m. at the Human Services Building. 24. REMEMBRANCES Ms. Cristina Castellucci, 95 years old, beloved aunt of our City Clerk, Mina Semenza, and long-time resident of Gardena. Mrs. Joanna Giuliano, 81 years old, beloved mother of GEBAC Commissioner, Paul G. Giuliano, and an integral part of the Giuliano’s Gardena Family Business. Mr. Douglas Dixon, 83 years old and a long-time Gardena resident. Mr. Samuel Riveros, the Baldwin Park Police Officer, who passed way tragically last week.Docusign Envelope ID: 5D7829F7-79FA-4680-BEBD-440B24F6B8DF

11 25. ADJOURNMENT At 10:09 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, June 24, 2025. 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 ClerkDocusign Envelope ID: 5D7829F7-79FA-4680-BEBD-440B24F6B8DF

GARDENA CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting Notice and Agenda Council Chamber at City Hall 1700 West 162nd Street, Gardena, California Website: www.cityofgardena.org Tuesday, June 10, 2025 Closed Session 7:00 p.m. Open Session 7:30 p.m. TASHA CERDA, Mayor RODNEY G. TANAKA, Mayor Pro Tem MARK E. HENDERSON, Council Member PAULETTE C. FRANCIS, Council Member WANDA LOVE, Council Member MINA SEMENZA, City Clerk GUY H. MATO, City Treasurer CLINT OSORIO, City Manager CARMEN VASQUEZ, City Attorney LISA KRANITZ, Assistant City Attorney ROSEMARY KOO, Assistant City Attorney 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. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON PUBLIC COMMENT: The City Council will hear from the public on any item on the agenda or any item of interest that is not on the agenda at the following times: Agenda Items – At the time the City Council considers the item or during Oral Communications Non-agenda Items – During Oral Communications Public Hearings – At the time for Public Hearings listed on the Agenda If you wish to address the Council, please complete a “Speaker Request” form and present it to the City Clerk or Sergeant of Arms. You will be called to the podium by name when it is your turn to address the Council. The City Council cannot legally take action on any item not scheduled on the Agenda. Such items may be referred for administrative action or scheduled on a future Agenda. 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 cityclerk@cityofgardena.org at least 24 business hours prior to the scheduled general meeting to ensure assistance is provided. Assistive listening devices are available. 1

1. ROLL CALL 2. CLOSED SESSION 2.A CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- EXISTING LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Tamika Williams v. City of Gardena WCAB NO: ADJ17514578 2.B CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation, pursuant to subdivision (d)(2) & (e)(3) of Government Code Section 54956.9 One Potential Case: Claim No. 20-03 REC, filed November 11, 2023, by Dominic Kemp, a minor, through his mother and Guardian Ad Litem, Vanessa Perez (Copy of Claim is available in the City Clerk's office) 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. INVOCATION Pastor Ataru Nakagawa Gardena Japanese-American Seventh-day Adventist Church 5. PRESENTATIONS 5.A Certificate of Commendation in Special Recognition of Retirement and Long-Time Service to the City of Gardena: 1. Atanacio Jimenez - Police Sergeant with the Gardena Police Department - 30 years 2. Marc Edwards - Bus Operator with the Transportation Department - 3 years Recognition-Employee Retirement-Nacho Jimenez.pdf Recognition-Employee Retirement Marc Edwards.pdf 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 CITY ATTORNEY REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION 2

5.B Special Recognition of Ed Iskendarian for his dedication and contributions to the world of automotive performance in the City of Gardena and the South Bay. 5.C Gardena Events Video Presentation 6. PROCLAMATIONS 6.A "Pause for the Pledge of Allegiance" - June 14, 2025, through July 4, 2025 ( to be proclaimed only) Proclaim Only-Pledge of Allegiance-2025.pdf 6.B JUNETEENTH Commemoration Day - June 19, 2025 ( to be proclaimed only ) Proclaim Only-Juneteenth 2025.pdf 7. APPOINTMENTS 7.A Council Appointments to Commissions, Committees, Councils and Boards (Appointees to be Ratified and Sworn In) Beautification Commission - Darlene Castillo (Appointed by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka) Senior Citizens Commission - Annie Roddy (Appointed by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka) 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. PUBLIC COMMENT ON 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, May 27, 2025 CONTACT: CITY CLERK 05272025 CC MEETING - FINAL.pdf 8.C Approval of Warrants/Payroll Register, June 10, 2025 CONTACT: ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Warrant-Payroll Register 06-10-25.pdf 8.D Personnel Report P-2025-10 06-10-24 CONTACT: ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES PERS RPT P-2025-10 06-10-25.pdf 3

8.E SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1882 , Adding Chapter 9.72 (Vacant Registry Program) to Title 9 (Public Peace, Morals and Welfare) of the Gardena Municipal Code relating to properties that are vacant, abandoned or in foreclosure proceedings, and find that the Ordinance is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.17. CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE 1882 8.F SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1883, Amending the Gardena Municipal Code Chapter 18.13 relating to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units and find that the Ordinance is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.17. CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Ordinance No. 1883 8.G SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1884 , Amending the Gardena Municipal Code Chapter 18.04 (E Definitions), 18.12 (Single-Family Residential Zone (R-1)), 18.57 (Low Barrier Navigation Centers), and 18.76 (Supportive Housing for Homeless as a Use by Right) of Title 18 (Zoning Code), and Chapter 17.08 (Procedures and Standards) of Title 17 (Subdivisions) to implement State Laws relating to housing, and find that the Ordinance is exempt under the commonsense exemption of CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3). CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Ordinance No. 1884.pdf 8.H Bingo License Renewal for Gardena Valley Japanese Cultural Institute, located at 1964 W. 162nd Street. CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Gardena Valley JCI Bingo License Renewal Application.pdf Planning Division Comment Letter and Conditions.pdf Gardena Police Dept Comment Letter.pdf LACO Fire Dept Comment Letter.pdf 8.I Approve Paratransit Service Agreement with Los Angeles County CONTACT: TRANSPORTATION MOU_LA County Paratransit FY2025 & 2026.pdf 9. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR 10. PLANNING & ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMISSION ACTION SHEET 11. 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

12. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 12.A Acceptance of the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 39th Consecutive Year Staff Recommendation: Receive and File Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting.pdf Award of Financial Reporting Achievement.pdf 12.B Authorization to Lease to Purchase Five (5) 2025 Chevrolet Blazer Electric Vehicles from Enterprise Fleet Management with a Down Payment in the Amount of $310,789, and Monthly Fees Over a 60-Month Period in the Amount of $66,061 for a Total Requested Amount of $376,850 Staff Recommendation: Approve Purchase 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV Quotes 8912617 8912618 8912619 8912621 8937325.pdf 12.C Public Hearing: Annual Recruitment and Vacancy Report per Assembly Bill (AB) 2561, Government Code Section 3502.3 Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council: Open the public hearing; Receive testimony from the public, allow three (3) minutes for each speaker; Close the public hearing Staff Recommendation: Receive and file 13. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 13.A PUBLIC HEARING: RESOLUTION NO. 6706, Approving Conditional Use Permit #1-25 to operate an indoor batting cage within an existing 5,677 square-foot warehouse located in the Industrial (M-1) zone located at 13008 Halldale Avenue, approve counting street parking toward the facility's required parking per GMC Section 18.40.080.B.3., find the Project exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Class 1 - Existing Facility). Staff Recommendation: Staff respectfully recommends that the City Council: Open the public hearing; Hear Applicant's presentation; Receive testimony from the public, allowing three (3) minutes for each speaker; Allow Applicant to respond; and Close the public hearing. Staff Recommendation for Motion: Adopt Resolution No. 6706, approving Conditional Use Permit #1-25, Find the Project exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Class 1 - Existing Facility); Direct staff to file a Notice of Exemption. City Council Staff Report A- Planning Commission Resolution No. PC 6-25, approving the Project B- Planning Commission Staff Report dated May 6, 2025 Parking Study 5

C - City Council Resolution Exhibit A - Project Plans. Exhibit B - Conditions of Approval 14. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ELECTED & CITY MANAGER'S OFFICES 15. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - POLICE 15.A Execution of Five-Year Contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Police Body Worn Video in the Amount Not to Exceed $681,072.94 Staff Recommendation: Authorize and execute contract Axon OMNIA Contract with Attachments 16. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - PUBLIC WORKS 17. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - RECREATION & HUMAN SERVICES 18. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - TRANSPORTATION 19. COUNCIL ITEMS 20. COUNCIL DIRECTIVES 21. CITY MANAGER REMARKS RE: DIRECTIVES / COUNCIL ITEMS 22. COUNCIL REMARKS 1. MAYOR PRO TEM TANAKA 2. COUNCIL MEMBER LOVE 3. COUNCIL MEMBER FRANCIS 4. MAYOR CERDA 5. COUNCIL MEMBER HENDERSON 23. ANNOUNCEMENT(S) 24. REMEMBRANCES Ms. Cristina Castellucci, 95 years old, beloved aunt of our City Clerk, Mina Semenza, and long-time resident of Gardena. Mrs. Joanna Giuliano, 81 years old, beloved mother of GEBAC Commissioner, Paul G. Giuliano, and an integral member of the Giuliano's Gardena Family Business. Mr. Douglas Dixon, 83 years old and a long-time Gardena resident. 6

25. 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, June 24, 2025. 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 6th day of June 2025 /s/ MINA SEMENZA MINA SEMENZA, City Clerk 7

GARDENA CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting Notice and Agenda Council Chamber at City Hall 1700 West 162nd Street, Gardena, California Website: www.cityofgardena.org Tuesday, June 10, 2025 Closed Session 7:00 p.m. Open Session 7:30 p.m. TASHA CERDA, Mayor RODNEY G. TANAKA, Mayor Pro Tem MARK E. HENDERSON, Council Member PAULETTE C. FRANCIS, Council Member WANDA LOVE, Council Member MINA SEMENZA, City Clerk GUY H. MATO, City Treasurer CLINT OSORIO, City Manager CARMEN VASQUEZ, City Attorney LISA KRANITZ, Assistant City Attorney ROSEMARY KOO, Assistant City Attorney 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. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON PUBLIC COMMENT: The City Council will hear from the public on any item on the agenda or any item of interest that is not on the agenda at the following times: Agenda Items – At the time the City Council considers the item or during Oral Communications Non-agenda Items – During Oral Communications Public Hearings – At the time for Public Hearings listed on the Agenda If you wish to address the Council, please complete a “Speaker Request” form and present it to the City Clerk or Sergeant of Arms. You will be called to the podium by name when it is your turn to address the Council. The City Council cannot legally take action on any item not scheduled on the Agenda. Such items may be referred for administrative action or scheduled on a future Agenda. 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 cityclerk@cityofgardena.org at least 24 business hours prior to the scheduled general meeting to ensure assistance is provided. Assistive listening devices are available.

1. ROLL CALL 2. CLOSED SESSION 2.A CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- EXISTING LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Tamika Williams v. City of Gardena WCAB NO: ADJ17514578 2.B CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation, pursuant to subdivision (d)(2) & (e)(3) of Government Code Section 54956.9 One Potential Case: Claim No. 20-03 REC, filed November 11, 2023, by Dominic Kemp, a minor, through his mother and Guardian Ad Litem, Vanessa Perez (Copy of Claim is available in the City Clerk's office) 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. INVOCATION Pastor Ataru Nakagawa Gardena Japanese-American Seventh-day Adventist Church 5. PRESENTATIONS 5.A Certificate of Commendation in Special Recognition of Retirement and Long-Time Service to the City of Gardena: 1. Atanacio Jimenez - Police Sergeant with the Gardena Police Department - 30 years 2. Marc Edwards - Bus Operator with the Transportation Department - 3 years Recognition-Employee Retirement-Nacho Jimenez.pdf Recognition-Employee Retirement Marc Edwards.pdf 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 CITY ATTORNEY REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION

5.B Special Recognition of Ed Iskendarian for his dedication and contributions to the world of automotive performance in the City of Gardena and the South Bay. 5.C Gardena Events Video Presentation 6. PROCLAMATIONS 6.A "Pause for the Pledge of Allegiance" - June 14, 2025, through July 4, 2025 ( to be proclaimed only) Proclaim Only-Pledge of Allegiance-2025.pdf 6.B JUNETEENTH Commemoration Day - June 19, 2025 ( to be proclaimed only ) Proclaim Only-Juneteenth 2025.pdf 7. APPOINTMENTS 7.A Council Appointments to Commissions, Committees, Councils and Boards (Appointees to be Ratified and Sworn In) Beautification Commission - Darlene Castillo (Appointed by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka) Senior Citizens Commission - Annie Roddy (Appointed by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka) 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. PUBLIC COMMENT ON 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, May 27, 2025 CONTACT: CITY CLERK 05272025 CC MEETING - FINAL.pdf 8.C Approval of Warrants/Payroll Register, June 10, 2025 CONTACT: ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Warrant-Payroll Register 06-10-25.pdf 8.D Personnel Report P-2025-10 06-10-24 CONTACT: ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES PERS RPT P-2025-10 06-10-25.pdf

8.E SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1882 , Adding Chapter 9.72 (Vacant Registry Program) to Title 9 (Public Peace, Morals and Welfare) of the Gardena Municipal Code relating to properties that are vacant, abandoned or in foreclosure proceedings, and find that the Ordinance is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.17. CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE 1882 8.F SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1883, Amending the Gardena Municipal Code Chapter 18.13 relating to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units and find that the Ordinance is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.17. CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Ordinance No. 1883 8.G SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1884 , Amending the Gardena Municipal Code Chapter 18.04 (E Definitions), 18.12 (Single-Family Residential Zone (R-1)), 18.57 (Low Barrier Navigation Centers), and 18.76 (Supportive Housing for Homeless as a Use by Right) of Title 18 (Zoning Code), and Chapter 17.08 (Procedures and Standards) of Title 17 (Subdivisions) to implement State Laws relating to housing, and find that the Ordinance is exempt under the commonsense exemption of CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3). CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Ordinance No. 1884.pdf 8.H Bingo License Renewal for Gardena Valley Japanese Cultural Institute, located at 1964 W. 162nd Street. CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Gardena Valley JCI Bingo License Renewal Application.pdf Planning Division Comment Letter and Conditions.pdf Gardena Police Dept Comment Letter.pdf LACO Fire Dept Comment Letter.pdf 8.I Approve Paratransit Service Agreement with Los Angeles County CONTACT: TRANSPORTATION MOU_LA County Paratransit FY2025 & 2026.pdf 9. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR 10. PLANNING & ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMISSION ACTION SHEET 11. 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.

12. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 12.A Acceptance of the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 39th Consecutive Year Staff Recommendation: Receive and File Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting.pdf Award of Financial Reporting Achievement.pdf 12.B Authorization to Lease to Purchase Five (5) 2025 Chevrolet Blazer Electric Vehicles from Enterprise Fleet Management with a Down Payment in the Amount of $310,789, and Monthly Fees Over a 60-Month Period in the Amount of $66,061 for a Total Requested Amount of $376,850 Staff Recommendation: Approve Purchase 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV Quotes 8912617 8912618 8912619 8912621 8937325.pdf 12.C Public Hearing: Annual Recruitment and Vacancy Report per Assembly Bill (AB) 2561, Government Code Section 3502.3 Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council: Open the public hearing; Receive testimony from the public, allow three (3) minutes for each speaker; Close the public hearing Staff Recommendation: Receive and file 13. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 13.A PUBLIC HEARING: RESOLUTION NO. 6706, Approving Conditional Use Permit #1-25 to operate an indoor batting cage within an existing 5,677 square-foot warehouse located in the Industrial (M-1) zone located at 13008 Halldale Avenue, approve counting street parking toward the facility's required parking per GMC Section 18.40.080.B.3., find the Project exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Class 1 - Existing Facility). Staff Recommendation: Staff respectfully recommends that the City Council: Open the public hearing; Hear Applicant's presentation; Receive testimony from the public, allowing three (3) minutes for each speaker; Allow Applicant to respond; and Close the public hearing. Staff Recommendation for Motion: Adopt Resolution No. 6706, approving Conditional Use Permit #1-25, Find the Project exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Class 1 - Existing Facility); Direct staff to file a Notice of Exemption. City Council Staff Report A- Planning Commission Resolution No. PC 6-25, approving the Project B- Planning Commission Staff Report dated May 6, 2025 Parking Study

C - City Council Resolution Exhibit A - Project Plans. Exhibit B - Conditions of Approval 14. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ELECTED & CITY MANAGER'S OFFICES 15. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - POLICE 15.A Execution of Five-Year Contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Police Body Worn Video in the Amount Not to Exceed $681,072.94 Staff Recommendation: Authorize and execute contract Axon OMNIA Contract with Attachments 16. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - PUBLIC WORKS 17. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - RECREATION & HUMAN SERVICES 18. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - TRANSPORTATION 19. COUNCIL ITEMS 20. COUNCIL DIRECTIVES 21. CITY MANAGER REMARKS RE: DIRECTIVES / COUNCIL ITEMS 22. COUNCIL REMARKS 1. MAYOR PRO TEM TANAKA 2. COUNCIL MEMBER LOVE 3. COUNCIL MEMBER FRANCIS 4. MAYOR CERDA 5. COUNCIL MEMBER HENDERSON 23. ANNOUNCEMENT(S) 24. REMEMBRANCES Ms. Cristina Castellucci, 95 years old, beloved aunt of our City Clerk, Mina Semenza, and long-time resident of Gardena. Mrs. Joanna Giuliano, 81 years old, beloved mother of GEBAC Commissioner, Paul G. Giuliano, and an integral member of the Giuliano's Gardena Family Business. Mr. Douglas Dixon, 83 years old and a long-time Gardena resident.

25. 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, June 24, 2025. 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 6th day of June 2025 /s/ MINA SEMENZA MINA SEMENZA, City Clerk

TTOO BBEE PPRROOCCLLAAIIMMEEDD OONNLLYY ““ PPAAUUSSEE FFOORR TTHHEE PPLLEEDDGGEE OOFF AALLLLEEGGIIAANNCCEE ”” 2211 DDaayyss ttoo HHoonnoorr AAmmeerriiccaa ~~ JUNE 14, through JULY 4, 2025 ~~ The American flag is a powerful and universal symbol of our national heritage and unity. The Pledge of Allegiance has become a way for all Americans to celebrate and re-affirm that heritage, and is a statement of our shared beliefs and aspirations. The “Pause for the Pledge of Allegiance” is a call for Americans everywhere – regardless of age, race, religion, national origin, or geographic or political differences – to take time to recite the “Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.” May we all join with millions of citizens across our great nation and take time to reflect on our Country's freedoms as we celebrate "Pause for the Pledge of Allegiance." And, to further demonstrate our community’s solidarity and fellowship, I request, as is our City’s annual custom, that Gardena’s Walkway of Flags continue to fly from Flag Day (Saturday, June 14) through Independence Day (Friday, July 4) to emphasize and celebrate “21 Days to Honor America.”

TO BE PROCLAIMED ONLY “ JUNETEENTH COMMEMORATION DAY ” ~ JUNE 19, 2025 ~ The annual Commemoration of JUNETEENTH honors the effective end of slavery in the Unites States and is also considered the longest-running African American Holiday. Celebrations of Juneteenth began in 1866 and continues to be celebrated throughout the United States. On January 01, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation declaring that all enslaved people currently engaged in the rebellion against the Union, “shall be then, thenceforward, and forever free,” paving the way to the adoption of the 13th Amendment. Then, it was on June 19, 1865, that General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and declared that “The people of Texas are informed that, in accordance with a proclamation from the Executive of the United States, all slaves are free.” Therefore, June 19th became known as “Juneteenth.” There were over 250,000 enslaved people in Texas during this time. Emancipation did not happen overnight for everyone but, by December of that same year, slavery in America was formally abolished with the adoption of the 13th Amendment which declares: “Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction.” Therefore, I, TASHA CERDA, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA, do hereby proclaim June 19, 2025, as COMMEMORATION DAY in the City of Gardena and call upon all residents to recognize and celebrate the significance of this important historical event in our nation; and by joining the City of Gardena at the Juneteenth DJ Showcase event on Thursday, June 19, 2025, from 5:00pm – 8:00pm at the City Hall Lawn.

1 MINUTES Regular Meeting Notice Gardena City Council Tuesday, May 27, 2025 The Regular Meeting Notice and Agenda of the Gardena City Council of the City of Gardena, California, was called to order at 7:41 PM on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, in the Council Chamber at City Hall 1700 West 162 nd Street, Gardena, California; Mayor Tasha Cerda presiding. 1. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Tasha Cerda; Mayor Pro Tem Rodney G. Tanaka; Council Member Mark E. Henderson; Council Member Paulette C. Francis; and Council Member Wanda Love. Other City Officials and Employees present: City Manager Clint Osorio; City Attorney Carmen Vasquez; City Treasurer Guy H. Mato; and Deputy City Clerk Becky Romero. City Clerk Mina Semenza was away on an excused absence. PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION - None 2. CLOSED SESSION - None CITY ATTORNEY REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION - None 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Jonathan Jordan, 5th Grade at Denker Avenue Elementary School led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Jonathan serves as the Sergeant at Arms for the student body council. He is a kind and enthusiastic student and is a role model to his peers. He enjoys playing basketball and is a pleasure to have as a student. 4. INVOCATION Miss Joyce S. Watanabe, of the Baha’i Faith, led the Invocation. 5. PRESENTATIONS 5.A Boards & Commissions Presentation – was presented by Linda Barentine of the Senior Citizens Commission. 5.B Certificate of Recognition to the Members of the City of Gardena Police Explorer Post #142 for their successes at the 2025 Battle of the Badges Explorer Competition held in Brea, California – Chief Mike Saffell spoke and introduced Sergeant Tyler Nash, who accepted the Certificate of Recognition, spoke of their accomplishments and introduced the Members of the City of Gardena Police Explorers Post #142. 5.C Gardena Events Video Presentation – the video presentation highlighted the Recreation and Human Services Department’s current and future events.

2 5.D Certificate of Special Recognition of Retirement and Long-Time Service to the City of Gardena for Michael Saffell, Chief of Police for the Gardena Police Department- 32 years of service – was accepted by Chief Mike Saffell. All Members of the Council gave their well wishes to Chief Saffell on his upcoming retirement. Mayor Cerda adjourned the meeting at 8:28p.m. as cake and refreshments was served to everyone in honor of Chief Mike Saffell’s special recognition. Mayor Cerda then re-opened the meeting at 8:47p.m .and asked Deputy City Clerk Romero to call role; All Members of the Council were present. 6. PROCLAMATIONS - None 7. APPOINTMENTS - None 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, May 27, 2025 CONTACT: CITY CLERK 8.C Annual Lobbyist Report 2025 8.D Approval of Warrants/Payroll Register, May 27, 2025 CONTACT: ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES May 27, 2025: Wire Transfer: 12988-12999, Prepay: 180607; Check Numbers: 180608-180772 for Total Warrants issued in the amount of $3,044,156.34; Total Payroll Issued for May 2, 2025: $2,520,642.66 8.E Monthly Investment Portfolio, April 2025 CONTACT: ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 8.F Personnel Report P-2025-9 05-27-25 CONTACT: ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 8.G Bingo License Renewal for General William Stark Rosecrans VFW Post 3261, located at 1822 W. 162nd Street. CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 8.H Appointment of a Representative to the Southbay Workforce Investment Board (SBWIB) CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 8.I SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1881 : Adopting a Military Equipment Use Policy of the City of Gardena, California Governing the Use of Military Equipment Pursuant to Assembly Bill 481 CONTACT: POLICE

3 ORDINANCE NO. 1881 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA CALIFORNIA ADOPTING A MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE POLICY 8.J Approve Agreement with the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority for Measure R 20% Bus Operations Funding Program CONTACT: TRANSPORTATION It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, seconded by Mayor Cerda and carried by the following roll call vote to Approve the Consent Calendar: Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, Mayor Cerda, Council Members Henderson, Francis and Love Noes: None Absent: None 9. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR 10. PLANNING & ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMISSION ACTION SHEET 10.A MAY 20, 2025 - Meeting Cancelled 11. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 1) Andrea Simental, Library Manager of the Mayme Dear Library; came to give updates at both the Mayme Dear and Masao W. Sato libraries. 2) Paul Randall, representative of Mama Rosa’s Food Pantry, brought forward the Pastor from Genesis Community Church who presented Chief Mike Saffell a plaque in honor of his retirement and recognizing him for his public service. 3) Phil Johnson, resident and Program Manager of the Gardena High School Pop Warner Football and Cheer program, came out to announce their 30th Anniversary as an organization in the City; he mentioned they went to a national competition in Las Vegas and took first place in every division; he then presented medals to Council in honor of their 30th Anniversary. 11.A. PUBLIC COMMENT 1) Deputy City Clerk Romero noted for the record that a public comment was received via email. She stated the email was distributed and made part of the record. 12. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 12.A Presentation of the City of Gardena's Proposed Amended Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 City Manager Osorio, along with Chief Financial Officer Ray Beeman presented the 2025-2026 Budget.

4 Questions and comments were made by Council Members Francis, Henderson and Love. City Manager Osorio and Chief Financial Officer Beeman answered all questions. This Item was Received and Filed. 12.B PUBLIC HEARING: RESOLUTION NO. 6702 : Consideration of Adopting a Resolution Regarding the Proposed Citywide User Fee Schedule and Proposed Facility Rental Fees RESOLUTION NO. 6702 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA CALIFORNIA ADOPTING NEW FEE SCHEDULES FOR CITY SERVICES AND FACILITY RENTALS IN THE CITY OF GARDENA City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report. RCS Consultant Eric Johnson made a PowerPoint presentation. Mayor Cerda then asked if anyone had asked to speak on this item and if the Council had any comments or questions. There were no public speakers. Mayor Cerda opened the Public Hearing at 9:48p.m. and closed at 10:01p.m. Questions and comments were made by Council Member Francis, Mayor Cerda and Council Member Love. Mr. Johnson and Chief Financial Officer Beeman answered all questions. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, seconded by Council Member Love and carried by the following roll call vote to Adopt Resolution No. 6702: Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, Council Members Love, Henderson, and Francis and Mayor Cerda Noes: None Absent: None 13. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 13.A PUBLIC HEARING: INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1882 : Adding Chapter 9.72 (Vacant Registry Program) to Title 9 (Public Peace, Morals and Welfare) of the Gardena Municipal Code relating to properties that are vacant, abandoned or in foreclosure proceedings. Environmental Consideration: Adoption of this ordinance does not qualify as a project per CEQA Guidelines section 15378 and is not subject to CEQA because there is no potential for any physical change in the environment. Even if CEQA were applicable, the adoption of this Ordinance would be exempt under CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3) commonsense exemption as there is no possibility of any significant effect on the environment.

5 ORDINANCE NO. 1882 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 9.72 (VACANT REGISTRY PROGRAM) TO TITLE 9 (PUBLIC PEACE, MORALS AND WELFARE) OF THE GARDENA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO PROPERTIES THAT ARE VACANT, ABANDONED OR IN FORECLOSURE PROCEEDINGS City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report. Economic Development Department Manager Jackie Choi made a PowerPoint presentation. Mayor Cerda opened the Public Hearing at 10:08p.m. and closed at 10:40p.m. Mayor Cerda then asked if anyone had asked to speak on this item and if the Council had any comments or questions. There were no public speakers. Questions and comments were made by Council Member Francis, Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, Council Member Henderson, and Council Member Love regarding the item. Community Development Director Greg Tsujiuchi answered all questions. It was moved by Council Member Henderson, seconded by Council Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka and carried by the following roll call vote to Introduce Ordinance No. 1882; Find that the adoption of the Ordinance is exempt from the provisions of CEQA; and Direct staff to file a notice of exemption: Ayes: Council Member Henderson, Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka, and Mayor Cerda Noes: Council Members Francis and Love Absent: None Ordinance No. 1882 was Introduced by Council Member Henderson. 13.B PUBLIC HEARING: INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1883 : Amending the Gardena Municipal Code Chapter 18.