Inglewood public meetings in 2023

City Council

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 26, 2023, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Arts Commission

The Inglewood Arts Commission meeting scheduled for December 20, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 17, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The regularly scheduled City Council meeting for December 19, 2023, has been canceled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and Licenses Committee will consider approval or denial of several event permits, including a holiday toy drive, a private event, and a Girl Scouts cookie program, as well as a held-over request for a firing range. The committee will also review 2024 business license renewals for 11 businesses and tobacco retailer license renewals for 2 stores.

• Event permit for EYSM & Byron Scott 2nd Annual Help for Homeless Children Food & Christmas Toy Drive at Darby Park Gymnasium, 3400 W. Arbor Vitae St., Dec 19, 2023
• Event permit for Norf Pole Event at 1403 Centinela Ave., Dec 23, 2023
• Event permit for Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles Annual Cookie Program at various locations, Jan 16-Apr 28, 2024
• Firing range operation request by Freedom Munitions LLC/LAX Firing Range at 927 W. Manchester Blvd. (held over from Nov 22)
• 2024 business license renewals for 11 businesses including auto dealers, guard services, salons, ice cream trucks, and a kennel

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will hold a public hearing on the FY 2022-2023 CAPER report, then vote on consent items including contracts for street improvements, document scanning, elevator maintenance, and police equipment. They will also consider ordinances on ADU regulations and pay ranges, plus several agreements related to the Inglewood Transit Connector project.

• Public hearing on FY 2022-2023 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) for HUD
• Award $5,730,200 contract to Sequel Contractors for Streets and Alleys Improvements Project FY 2023-24
• Award $2,060,000 in Champions Grants (ARPA Fund)
• Approve $5,000,000 agreement with LACMTA for Inglewood Transit Connector Project
• Adopt Ordinance No. 24-02 establishing ADU regulations citywide

Park & Recreation Commission

The Park and Recreation Commission meeting originally scheduled for December 7, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for February 1, 2024.

Planning Commission

The Inglewood Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three special use permits, including a Verizon wireless facility in Darby Park, a nail salon, and a child care facility. It will also review a design for a 16-story mixed-use building with 162 apartments. The commission will vote on staff recommendations to approve each item with conditions.

• Special Use Permit SP23-00009 for a Verizon mono-eucalyptus tree cell tower at 3400 West Arbor Vitae Street in Darby Park (14-acre O-S zoned site)
• Special Use Permit SP23-00018 for a nail salon at 1713-1717 Centinela Avenue (C-2 zoned, 4,400 sq ft building)
• Special Use Permit SP23-00019 for a child care facility and building alterations at 633 Aerick Street (10,500 sq ft building)
• Design Review DR23-00082 for a 16-story mixed-use building with 162 apartments and 4,500 sq ft retail at 330 East Florence Avenue

Planning Commission

The Inglewood Planning Commission is reviewing a proposal by World City Center Preschool to expand with a new facility in Inglewood. The agenda consists entirely of letters of support from parents and community members advocating for the expansion. No formal decision or discussion items are listed beyond the public comments.

• World City Center Preschool expansion into Inglewood
• Letters of support from parents and community members
• Support from Dr. Monique Woodley, Executive Director of Watts Learning Center Schools
• Mention of long waiting lists for child care centers in L.A. County

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning code amendment to establish citywide regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). The council will also consider a consent calendar with multiple staff recommendations, including a $2.9 million contract for residential sound insulation on 52 units, a $50,000 amendment for Morningside Park Library construction, and various other payments and agreements. Additionally, the council will introduce an updated Salary Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 and receive monthly treasurer's reports from the City, Successor Agency, Housing Authority, and Joint Powers Authority.

• Public hearing on Zoning Code Amendment No. 23-00006 to establish ADU regulations citywide
• Award contract to HHJ Construction, Inc. for residential sound insulation on 52 units, not to exceed $2,889,000 plus contingency
• Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 23-221 with KG Axis, Inc. for Morningside Park Library construction in the amount of $50,000
• Approve cooperative purchase agreement with FASTER Asset Solutions for fleet management software migration, $75,716.50 plus annual fees
• Introduce updated Salary Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2023-2024

Construction Appeals Board

The Inglewood Construction Appeals Board is holding a meeting that consists of procedural items such as a pledge, roll call, and public comments. The main agenda item is a review of the Board's responsibilities. No specific appeals or substantive decisions are listed.

• Review of the Board’s responsibility

City Council

The regularly scheduled City Council meeting for November 28, 2023, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and Licenses Committee will consider approval or denial of seven event permit requests, including holiday events at the Kia Forum and city-sponsored toy giveaways, plus new and renewal business license requests. The agenda is mostly routine permit and license decisions, with no major policy changes.

• Tree Lighting Event at Kia Forum, 3900 W. Manchester Blvd., Nov 28, 5-8 p.m.
• Jingle Ball Village 2023 at Kia Forum, Dec 1, 3-6 p.m.
• Darby Dixon Toy Giveaway at Bartdon Ave. and Woodworth Ave., Dec 3, 9-11 a.m.
• New business license: Freedom Munitions LLC/LAX Firing Range at 927 W. Manchester Blvd.
• 2024 business license renewals include 15 businesses (e.g., Guardian Ambulance Service, Inglewood Jewelry & Loan)

Library Board

The Inglewood Public Library Board has canceled its November and December 2023 meetings due to holidays. The next scheduled meeting is January 24, 2024.

• November 2023 Library Board meeting canceled
• December 2023 Library Board meeting canceled
• Next meeting scheduled for January 24, 2024

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will consider consent calendar items, departmental reports, and council initiatives, including a proposal to amend stipend agreements for the Inglewood Transit Connector (ITC) Project to allow payments up to $3,500,000 to each eligible proposer. The council will also set a public hearing for a zoning code amendment on accessory dwelling units and consider a $95,000 gift card purchase for disadvantaged students.

• Amend ITC stipend agreements to authorize up to $3,500,000 per proposer (DR-2)
• Award $1,570,000 contract to HHJ Construction for sound insulation on 74 units (Item 7)
• Set public hearing for ADU zoning code amendment ZCA23-00006 (SPH-1)
• Approve $95,000 for Christmas gift cards for IUSD students (CI-1)
• Award $116,100 contract to Polar Bear Lighting for Christmas decorations (Item 4)

Arts Commission

The Inglewood Arts Commission is meeting to receive staff reports on art conservation projects and verbal updates on several public art initiatives, including the Inglewood Transit Connector, utility box art, and the Kia Forum art removal. The agenda is primarily informational, with no votes or decisions listed.

• Incomplete Conch Shell Art Conservation staff report
• History of Transportation Art Conservation staff report
• Inglewood Transit Connector Lead Artist update
• Utility Box Public Art Project with The Creative House update
• Kia Forum public art removed: status update

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will consider several routine and financial items, including approving a solid waste rate adjustment for Republic Services, authorizing $291,956 for tree services, and rejecting three claims. The agenda also includes consent calendar items, minutes approval, and reports from city officials.

• Approve rate adjustment for residential and commercial solid waste collections with Republic Services
• Authorize $291,956 from FY 2022-2023 General Funds for tree services by West Coast Arborists, Inc.
• Reject claims from Jamie Olmedo, Loreto Sanchez, and Evelyn LeBlanc
• Authorize $7,700 payment to Taxi Productions dba Radio Free 102.3 (KJLH) for radio ads
• Adopt resolution to apply for CalRecycle Grant programs

Parking & Traffic Commission

The Inglewood Parking and Traffic Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss commission duties and how to conduct meetings, with the City Attorney. The agenda is largely procedural, including roll call, public comments, and announcements. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 24, 2024.

• Discussion with City Attorney on commission duties and meeting conduct
• Next meeting set for January 24, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. in City Hall Community Room A

Rental Housing Board

The Rental Housing Board is considering establishing per diem rates for tenants displaced by health or safety conditions. The discussion includes proposed costs for lodging, meals, pet accommodations, laundry, and storage.

• Proposal to select a lodging per diem rate of either $182 (GSA) or $178.52 (local average)
• Proposed meal allowances of $74 for adults and $37 for children 12 and younger
• Proposed pet accommodation rates of $37.50 per cat and $68.60 per dog
• Proposal to establish a $2 daily laundry allowance
• Resolution to establish meeting days and times for the Board

City Council

The Inglewood City Council is meeting in closed session to discuss the selection of an Assistant City Manager under a personnel exemption. No other business is on the agenda. The meeting is a special session with only one item.

• Closed session to select an Assistant City Manager (Gov. Code § 54957(b)(1))

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will consider approving a $1.92 million contract with HHJ Construction for residential sound insulation on 81 units, funded by the Noise Mitigation Fund. They will also vote on a $270,000 traffic safety grant from the state and a resolution allowing the city seal to be used in a Becky G documentary. The agenda includes routine items like warrant registers and oral reports.

• Award contract to HHJ Construction, Inc. for residential sound insulation (RSI Phase XV, Group 37) not to exceed $1,920,000, plus 10% contingency of $192,000 and special expense of $31,590
• Approve agreement with State of California for FY 2023-2024 Office of Traffic Safety Grant in the amount of $270,000
• Adopt resolution authorizing City Manager to sign Materials Release Waiver from Entertainment One Reality Productions for use of City Seal in Becky G documentary
• Approve payment of bills (warrant registers) for City Council, Successor Agency, and Housing Authority

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and Licenses Committee will consider approval or denial of several permit requests, including holiday events, Christmas tree lots, and new business licenses. They will also review a list of 13 business license renewals. The meeting includes public comment periods and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Permit for Compassion to Care holiday drive at 8722 Crenshaw Blvd. on Nov 16 and Dec 21
• Permit for ING Fellowship 5k at Edward Vincent Jr. Park, 700 Warren Ln, on Nov 18
• Permit for Holiday Tree Lighting on Market Street, Downtown Inglewood, on Dec 1
• Christmas tree lot permits at 2930 W Imperial Hwy, 8801 S La Cienega Blvd, and 3363 W Century Blvd
• New business licenses for guard services at 1252 District Dr and hair/nail salon at 11138 Prairie Ave

Park & Recreation Commission

The Commission will review verbal reports on department activities including parks administration, recreation, and human services. The meeting also includes an update on Capital Improvements Projects.

• Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony report
• Senior Center, transportation, and nutrition updates
• Capital Improvements Projects Update

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and Licenses Committee will consider approval or denial of a special event permit for the Little Amal – Queen of the Monarchs event, scheduled for November 3, 2023, at the Kia Forum parking lot. The event, hosted by the Wallis Annenberg Center, is a free public performance featuring a 12-foot puppet and 300 student dancers. The committee will also take public comments on agenda items and other city business.

• Permit request for Little Amal event at 3900 W. Manchester Blvd., Kia Forum parking lot, on Nov 3, 2023, 10:30-11:30 am
• Event expected attendance: 1,500 total, 400 cars requiring parking
• Event includes stage, 5 tents (10x10 ft), amplified sound, and 300 performers
• No alcohol or food preparation involved; fruit, chips, and water provided for performers
• Indemnification agreement requires Wallis Annenberg Center to defend and hold City harmless

Planning Commission

The Inglewood Planning Commission will hold public hearings on five special use permits, including an adult day care, a mortuary, a car wash modification, a bingo hall, and a citywide zoning code amendment to establish Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations. They will also consider a design review for a mixed-use development with 143 apartments and commercial space. The commission will vote on staff recommendations to approve each item with conditions.

• Special Use Permit SP23-00008 for adult day care at 4808 West 99th Street (C-2 zone)
• Special Use Permit SP23-00017 for mortuary at 323 East Beach Avenue (M-1 zone)
• Special Use Permit SP23-00020 for car wash modifications at 3245 Imperial Highway (MU-C zone)
• Special Use Permit SP23-00023 for bingo hall at 685 South La Brea Avenue (C-S zone)
• Zoning Code Amendment ZCA23-00006 to establish ADU regulations citywide

City Council

The Inglewood City Council, also meeting as the Successor Agency and Housing Authority, will consider a consent calendar and departmental reports. Key items include budget amendments for the Main Library and Morningside Park Library, a major tree-trimming contract, and a pedestrian safety project. The Housing Authority will vote on awarding 89 Project-Based Vouchers to two housing developments.

• Approve a three-year tree-trimming agreement with West Coast Arborist, increasing annual trimming from 5,000 to 14,000 trees, at up to $1,250,000 per year
• Award a contract to All American Asphalt for a pedestrian flashing beacon at Hillcrest Blvd and Queen Street, up to $833,765
• Adopt budget amendments for pre-construction costs of the Main Library and construction of Morningside Park Library
• Award 30 Project-Based Vouchers to BMB Housing at 304 E. Spruce Ave and 59 to Venice Community Housing at 400 Centinela Ave
• Approve a one-year extension of a blanket purchase order with Home Depot for maintenance supplies, up to $200,000 annually

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and Licenses Committee will consider approval or denial of two special event permits, one new business license for a restaurant with live entertainment, and four business license renewals. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from two prior meetings and public comment periods.

• Walk-Up Resource Fair/Holiday Bazaar at 650 E. Manchester Blvd. on Nov 18 and Dec 16, 2023
• Christmas Toy Drive at 10801 S. Prairie Ave. (Northgate Market) on Dec 14, 2023
• New restaurant with live entertainment license for LC Venture Group 2 LLC at 214 S. La Brea
• Business license renewals: Car Lux Inc., Jennifer's Long Nails, DRSS Ice Cream, Economy Inn LAX

Library Board

The Inglewood Library Board is holding its regular monthly meeting, which consists of standard procedural items: public comments, approval of the prior meeting's minutes, a library update, commissioner comments, and adjournment. No specific decisions, proposals, or financial items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from September 27, 2023
• Library update report
• Public comment periods for agenda items and other matters

Parking & Traffic Commission

The Parking and Traffic Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a petition to terminate the Residential Permit Parking Program on 3rd Avenue between 102nd Street and 104th Street. The Commission must decide whether to begin a formal voting process or deny the petition. The meeting also includes information on upcoming road closures and recent parking program terminations.

• Public hearing: Amend Citywide Parking Permit Program at 3rd Avenue between 102nd Street and 104th Street
• Road closure: Plymouth Street between La Brea Avenue and Market Street on October 28, 2023
• Road closure: Long Street between Fairview Boulevard and Hyde Park Boulevard on October 27, 2023
• Resolution: Termination of Parking Permit Program on 5th Avenue from 104th Street to 108th Street

Arts Commission

The Inglewood Arts Commission special meeting scheduled for October 25, 2023, has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will vote on a consent calendar that includes extending a shuttle service contract with RideCo for $1,227,072, approving a $189,141.22 police camera services agreement, and awarding a $102,735.26 contract for seven surveillance cameras. The council will also consider rejecting or returning several claims against the city, approving a signage amendment, and a second implementation agreement for a development project. The agenda includes routine items like warrants, minutes, and reports from city officials.

• Amendment No. 3 to Agreement No. 20-205 with RideCo, Inc. for Iride Inglewood shuttle services, $1,227,072
• Agreement with Leverage Information Systems for police camera services, $189,141.22
• Contract award to Leverage Information Systems for seven surveillance cameras, $102,735.26
• Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 22-040 with Vectis DC, LLC for federal legislative advocacy, $84,000
• Approval of Measure A Parks Priority List and sponsorship of Inglewood Open Studios Art Walk, $6,585

City Council

The Inglewood City Council is holding a special meeting with a closed session to discuss recruitment for the position of Finance Director. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Closed session to discuss recruitment for Finance Director position

Arts Commission

The Inglewood Arts Commission meeting scheduled for October 18, 2023, has been cancelled. A special meeting will instead be held on October 25, 2023. No agenda items or decisions are listed for this cancelled meeting.

• October 18, 2023 Arts Commission meeting cancelled
• Special meeting scheduled for October 25, 2023

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will consider adopting the Urban Forest Management Plan, a comprehensive guide for managing city trees. The consent calendar includes authorizing payment for two Keys to the City ($1,870), a blanket purchase order for police ammunition (up to $138,318.40), and accepting two federal grants for police: $69,555 from the Urban Area Security Initiative and $55,971 from the Justice Assistance Grant. The meeting also includes routine approval of warrant registers and oral reports from city officials.

• Adoption of the Urban Forest Management Plan to guide city tree preservation and sustainable growth
• Authorize payment of $1,870 to It’s Your Party Floral & Event Design for two Keys to the City
• Authorize blanket purchase order up to $138,318.40 to Dooley Enterprises for police ammunition
• Adopt resolution to add $69,555 in FY2021 UASI grant funds to the FY2023-2024 budget
• Accept and approve $55,971 in FY2023 Justice Assistance Grant funds for police

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and Licenses Committee will hold a special meeting to consider a permit request from Justin Johnson, doing business as The Serving Spoon, to host a 40th anniversary celebration at 1404 Centinela Ave. on October 28, 2023. The committee will vote to approve or deny the request. Public comments on agenda items and other city business will be heard.

• Permit request for The Serving Spoon 40th Anniversary Celebration at 1403 Centinela Ave., Oct 28, 2023, 11 am–3 pm

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and Licenses Committee will consider approval or denial of four special event permits, including Halloween festivals and a turkey giveaway, as well as new business, tobacco retailer, and business license renewal requests. The meeting is open for public comment on agenda items and other city business.

• Halloween Family Festival at One W. Manchester Blvd, City Hall South Lawn, Oct 21, 1-5 p.m.
• Halloween Haunted House at 400 W. Beach Ave, Rogers Park, Oct 26-31, 5-8 p.m.
• Magic Johnson's Holiday Hope Event at 333 West Florence Ave, Nov 18, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
• City of Inglewood Turkey Giveaway at 1011 Stadium Dr., Hollywood Park, Nov 21, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
• New tobacco retailer licenses for Jack's Market, Cherry Market, and Speedy Spot Liquor

Joint Powers Authority - ITC Project

The Inglewood Transit Connector Joint Powers Authority will meet to adopt the Fiscal Year 2024 operating budget. The board will also review a monthly update on the transit connector project and approve minutes from the July 25, 2023 meeting.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget
• Monthly update on the Inglewood Transit Connector Project
• Oath of office for County of LA District 2 Alternate Appointee
• Adoption of July 25, 2023 Board Meeting minutes

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will consider awarding a five-year, $3,057,490 contract to 40 Love Foundation for tennis management, rejecting six personal injury and property damage claims, and adopting a new pay ordinance for FY 2023-2024. The meeting also includes closed-session discussions on three pending lawsuits against the city.

• Award $503,190 Year One (total $3,057,490) contract to 40 Love Foundation for Tennis Management Services
• Reject six claims including injuries near SoFi Stadium (1001 Stadium Dr.) and a homeless encampment cleanup at Vincent Park
• Adopt Ordinance No. 24-01 establishing pay range assignments for FY 2023-2024
• Authorize $2,800 payment to Shaffer Psychological Institute for fitness-for-duty evaluations
• Closed session on three lawsuits: Manuel Duskin, Rosanne Germeille, and Dav Williams v. City of Inglewood

Park & Recreation Commission

The Commission is reviewing a staff report recommending that the City Council authorize the Mayor to sign permits for using Inglewood Unified School District properties for the After School Recreation Program. The meeting also includes verbal reports on various department activities and capital improvement projects.

• Permits for use of IUSD properties for the After School Recreation Program
• Update on Capital Improvements Projects
• Reports on Halloween and Día de Los Muertos activities
• Updates on Senior Center, Nutrition, and Transportation services

Planning Commission

The Inglewood Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning code amendment to establish Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations, but this item has been postponed to the November 1, 2023 meeting. The commission will also consider two non-public hearing items: a design review for a Kaiser Permanente mural and exterior alterations at 110 North La Brea Avenue, and a review for a new restroom building in Edward Vincent, Jr. Park at 700 East Warren Lane. Both items include preliminary recommendations to affirm categorical exemptions and approve the projects with conditions. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including minutes approval and public comments.

• Zoning Code Amendment ZCA23-00006 for ADU regulations citywide — postponed to Nov 1, 2023
• Design Review DR23-00037: Kaiser Permanente mural and exterior alterations at 110 North La Brea Avenue (63,400 sq ft, 4-story building)
• Planning Commission Review PCR23-00014: new 437 sq ft restroom building at Edward Vincent, Jr. Park, 700 East Warren Lane
• Categorical Exemptions EA-CE-2023-101 and EA-CE-2023-102 recommended for affirmation
• Minutes approval for September 6, 2023 meeting

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will consider approving a $1 million increase to a legal services contract with Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP, bringing the total to $1.5 million, for work related to the Inglewood Basketball Entertainment Center. Other items include accepting a $74,967 state alcohol policing grant, extending a solid waste monitoring contract for $328,900, and awarding contracts for park and community center projects.

• Amendment One to Agreement No. 22-221 with Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP for legal services, increasing total to $1,500,000, including $150,000 in outstanding invoices and authorization for relocation services for the Inglewood Basketball Entertainment Center (IBEC)
• Resolution to accept Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Alcohol Policing Partnership grant of $74,967 from the state
• Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 20-265 with HF&H Consultants, LLC for solid waste monitoring, extending three years at $328,900 total
• Agreement with Voltaire Engineering Inc. for the Vincent Park Decomposed Granite Project, not to exceed $209,880
• Contract award to Triangle Decon Services, Inc. for Renovations to District Four Community Center Project, not to exceed $117,672.48

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and Licenses Committee will consider two event permit requests, one new business license, and a list of business license renewals. The committee may approve or deny each item.

• Girl Scout Bridging Ceremony at Edward Vincent Jr. Park Amphitheater, 700 Warren Ln., Oct 1, 11:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
• Dia de los Muertos Drive-Thru at Inglewood Park Cemetery, 720 E. Florence Ave., Oct 22, 12:00–4:00 p.m.
• New Hair/Nail Salon license for Barberluck at 681 W Arbor Vitae St.
• Renewals: Business Cars LLC (auto broker), Wow Beauty Center (salon), La Sirenita Soft Serve (ice cream truck), Urban Ink Gallery (tattoo parlor)

Library Board

The Inglewood Library Board is holding a regular meeting with a routine agenda. They will approve the minutes from the July 26, 2023 meeting, receive a library update, and hear the Friends report. Public comments are invited on agenda items and other library matters.

• Approval of minutes from July 26, 2023
• Library update
• Friends report
• Public comments on agenda items and other matters

Parking & Traffic Commission

The Parking and Traffic Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal to amend the Citywide Parking Permit Program for 102nd Street between Century Blvd Local Access and 104th Street in District 9, and will consider a resolution to terminate the program on 5th Avenue from 104th to 108th Street. The commission will also receive informational updates on the permit program, road closures, and event traffic handling.

• Public hearing to amend Citywide Parking Permit Program on 102nd Street between Century Blvd Local Access and 104th Street, District 9
• Resolution to terminate Citywide Parking Permit Program on 5th Avenue from 104th to 108th Street, District 9
• Informational session on Citywide Parking Permit Program
• Information on road closures and Capital Improvement Project (CIP)
• Information on traffic handling during events

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Annual Budget and a zoning code amendment to regulate fast-food restaurants citywide. Other major items include a public hearing on the amended 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan for housing and community development, and approval of contracts for law enforcement, park improvements, and vehicle leases.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Annual Budget
• Zoning Code Amendment No. 23-00004 to establish regulations for fast-food restaurants citywide
• Public hearing on the Amended City of Inglewood 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan
• Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 21-191 with City of Hawthorne for supplemental law enforcement services, total not to exceed $1,332,000
• Award of contract to Armstrong Cal Builders, Inc. for Vincent Park Pavilion Project, amount $864,100

Arts Commission

The Inglewood Arts Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 20, 2023, has been canceled because a quorum was not reached. The next meeting is set for October 18, 2023. No business items are listed for this canceled meeting.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning code amendment to establish citywide regulations for fast-food restaurants. The council will also receive the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Annual Budget and consider rejecting bids for the I-405 Gateway Landscape Project. Other items include approving an agreement for Morningside Library renovation and paying outstanding invoices for Centinela Avenue improvements.

• Public hearing on Zoning Code Amendment ZCA23-00004 to regulate fast-food restaurants citywide
• Presentation of proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Annual Budget
• Rejection of all bids for the I-405 Gateway Landscape Project (CB-22-09)
• Approval of an 8-month, $75,335 agreement with Gwynne Pugh Urban Studio for Morningside Library renovation
• Payment of $593,163 to All American Asphalt for Centinela Avenue medians, ADA improvements, and traffic signal modifications

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and Licenses Committee will consider approval or denial of eight special event permits, including a Rams VIP tailgate, a Verizon store opening, a Hispanic Heritage Festival, an Ed Sheeran concert, a pump track block party, a Pink concert, a Light the Night event, and a TBD SoFi Stadium event. They will also review two new business licenses, two new tobacco retailer licenses, and a list of business license renewals. The meeting is procedural, with decisions on each item.

• Rams VIP Tailgate at 3883 W Century Blvd., Hollywood Park Casino, multiple Sundays Sept–Dec 2023
• Ed Sheeran Event at 1001 Stadium Dr., Sept 23, 2023, 6:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m.
• Pink Event at 1001 Stadium Dr., Oct 5, 2023, 6:30 p.m.–11:20 p.m.
• New tobacco retailer licenses: Lindy's Wine & Spirits (1400 Centinela Ave.) and Market Stop (3535 W. Imperial Hwy.)
• Business license renewals for 5 businesses including The Lounge Barber Shop and Casa Rios Restaurant

Rental Housing Board

The Rental Housing Board will meet to approve minutes from the August 15, 2023, meeting. The board will also vote to establish a recurring weekly meeting time.

• Vote to establish regular meeting schedule for Wednesdays or Mondays from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will hold a public hearing on a citywide zoning amendment to regulate fast-food restaurants. The council will also consider issuing taxable pension obligation bonds to refinance debt and fund pension costs, and approve several contracts and amendments for the Inglewood Transit Connector project, including a sewer relocation agreement with LACSD for $180,000 and additional funding of over $9 million each for two consulting agreements. Other items include adopting ordinances on sidewalk vendors and affordable housing regulations, and rejecting claims for damages.

• Public hearing on Zoning Code Amendment No. 23-00004 to establish regulations for fast food restaurants, citywide
• Resolution to authorize issuance of taxable pension obligation bonds to redeem notes, refund 2005 bonds, and fund FY 2023-2024 pension costs
• Sewer Relocation Agreement with LACSD for the Inglewood Transit Connector project in the amount of $180,000
• Amendment No. 2 to Agreement with Gannett Fleming, Inc. for ITC project, allocating additional $9,504,543
• Amendment No. 1 to Agreement with Trifiletti Consulting, Inc. for ITC project, allocating additional $9,148,776

Park & Recreation Commission

The Park and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for September 7, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 5, 2023.

The Park and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for September 7, 2023, was canceled. No substantive decisions were made.

Planning Commission

The Inglewood Planning Commission is meeting to review a one-year update on a permit allowing off-site liquor sales at a retail store on West Century Boulevard, and to discuss potential regulations for micro-units. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings and hear public comments.

• One-year review of SP-2019-018 for off-site distilled spirits sales at 3471 West Century Boulevard
• Overview report on Micro-Unit Regulations for potential future ordinance
• Minutes approval for July 5 and July 25, 2023 meetings

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the July 5, 2023, and July 25, 2023, meetings. The commission also held discussions and an overview regarding potential citywide micro-unit regulations, though no formal vote was taken on those standards.

• Approved July 5, 2023 Planning Commission Minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved July 25, 2023 Special Planning Commission Minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Inglewood Planning Commission is meeting on September 6, 2023, and one agenda item involves Target Corporation's alcoholic beverage licensing. A letter from Target's attorney states the company has complied with all conditions of its Special Use Permit for alcohol sales, with no law enforcement issues reported by the Inglewood Police Department. The commission will consider this information regarding the permit.

• Target Corporation's Special Use Permit for alcohol sales compliance review
• Letter from Target's attorney confirming no law enforcement issues since permit approval

City Council

The regularly scheduled City Council meeting for September 5, 2023, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

City Council

The regularly scheduled City Council meeting for August 29, 2023, has been canceled. No business will be conducted.

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and Licenses Committee will consider approval or denial of six special event permits, including a back-to-school outreach, a youth basketball tournament, two harvest festivals, a Dia de los Muertos event, and a Caribbean music festival. It will also review new business and tobacco retailer license requests, plus business and tobacco license renewals. The meeting is held via call-in.

• Back to School Community Outreach Event at 6741 West Blvd, Aug 27, 2-6 p.m.
• Outside J 3x3 Youth Basketball Tournament at Edward Vincent Jr. Park, Oct 14, 12-5 p.m.
• Harvest Festival at 1061 E Hyde Park Blvd, Oct 26, 3-6 p.m.
• Dia de los Muertos Event at Inglewood Senior Center, Oct 28, 1-5 p.m.
• New tobacco retailer license for Family Food Sales Inc. at 10901 Crenshaw Blvd Ste #D

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and Licenses Committee will hold a special meeting to consider an appeal by Maria Del Carmen Monroy - Silvia regarding the denial of a short-term rental permit for a property at 3705 W. 111th Pl. The committee will vote to approve or deny the appeal. Public comments on this item and other city business will be heard.

• Appeal of short-term rental denial for 3705 W. 111th Pl (Activity No. 00363233)

Library Board

The Inglewood Library Board is holding a regular meeting with agenda items including approval of minutes, a library update, and a Friends report. Public comments are invited on agenda items and other matters. The meeting is procedural with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of minutes from July 26, 2023
• Library update
• Friends report
• Public comments on agenda items and other matters

The meeting was canceled due to a lack of quorum. No decisions were made.

Parking & Traffic Commission

The Parking and Traffic Commission will hold a public hearing on a petition to terminate the Citywide Parking Permit Program on 2nd Avenue between 102nd and 104th Streets in District 9, and will vote on resolutions to terminate the program on 3rd Avenue from 90th Street to Manchester Boulevard in District 7B and on 5th Avenue from 104th to 108th Streets in District 9. The commission will also approve June 2023 minutes and hear public comments.

• Public hearing to amend Citywide Parking Permit Program on 2nd Avenue from 102nd to 104th Street, District 9
• Resolution to terminate parking permit program on 3rd Avenue from 90th Street to Manchester Boulevard, District 7B
• Resolution to terminate parking permit program on 5th Avenue from 104th to 108th Street, District 9
• Approval of June 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comments on agenda items

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances: one to regulate sidewalk vendors and peddling, one to establish citywide fast food restaurant zoning rules, and one to modify regulations for affordable housing, day-care, and condominiums. The council will also vote on a consent calendar with contracts and payments, including a $4.5 million CHP agreement and a $7.1 million water main replacement project.

• Public hearing on sidewalk vendor ordinance (PH-1)
• Public hearing on fast food restaurant zoning (PH-2)
• Public hearing on affordable housing, day-care, and condo regulations (PH-3)
• Approve $4,500,000 CHP supplemental law enforcement agreement (Item 6)
• Award $7,104,700 water main replacement contract (DR-2)

The City Council introduced ordinances to establish a Sidewalk Vendor Program and modify zoning regulations for affordable housing, day-care, and condominiums. The Council also approved several service contracts and authorized over $6.7 million in bill payments.

• Approved $6,710,046.95 in warrants and bills (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 23-17 establishing a Sidewalk Vendor Program (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 23-18 modifying zoning for affordable housing, day-care, and condominiums (5-0)
• Rejected pothole damage claims from Chantel Heath and Clinton Sylvestre (5-0)
• Authorized $723,965.54 payment to LA County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (5-0)
• Awarded $100,400 contract to Bell Event Services, Inc. for special events (5-0)
• Approved agreement with CA Highway Patrol for supplemental law enforcement up to $4.5M (5-0)
• Awarded $643,442 contract to Sequel Contractors, Inc. for Darby and Dixon Parking Lots (5-0)

Arts Commission

The Inglewood Arts Commission is meeting to discuss public art matters, including a staff recommendation to accept the artwork 'Roots' by Pontus Willfors into the City's Public Art Collection, which would make it eligible for maintenance funding. The agenda also includes a presentation from Hollywood Park LLC on their art plan and verbal updates on art conservation projects and a historic preservation event.

• Staff recommendation to accept 'Roots' by Pontus Willfors into the Public Art Collection
• Presentation by Hollywood Park LLC on art plan update
• Update on conservation of 'The Written Word Column' and 'History of Transportation'
• Doors Open 2023: Civic Center Art Tour on Sept. 9

The Arts Commission voted to recommend that the Mayor and Council accession the Roots wall-mounted sculpture into the City of Inglewood Public Art Collection. This action makes the artwork eligible for maintenance and conservation via Public Art Fund allocations.

• Recommended accession of Roots sculpture by Pontus Willfors into City Public Art Collection (4-0)

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will hold a closed session on litigation and then an open session covering routine approvals, including warrants, minutes, and consent calendar items. Key decisions include a $1,045,975 contract for pedestrian safety improvements, a $150,000 payment to the County for animal control services, and several police-related agreements and a reward resolution. The agenda is largely procedural with no public hearings.

• Award $1,045,975 contract to Select Electric for Pedestrian Safety Improvements Project (HSIPL-5164)
• Approve $150,000 budget amendment for County of Los Angeles Animal Care and Control services
• Approve $67,697 amendment for Inglewood Transit Connector environmental studies (total $966,033)
• Approve $10,000 agreement with Norman A. Traub & Associates for police background checks
• Adopt resolution offering reward for information in death of Jose Samuel Galvez Pineda

The City Council approved a contract for pedestrian safety improvements and a reward for information regarding a homicide. The council also authorized budget amendments for animal care services and transit studies, and approved several legal settlements.

• Awarded $1,045,975 contract to Select Electric, Inc. for pedestrian safety improvements (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-147 authorizing a reward up to $25,000 for the homicide of Jose Samuel Galvez Pineda (4-0)
• Approved $150,000 budget amendment for LA County Department of Animal Care and Control (4-0)
• Approved $10,000 agreement with Norman A. Traub & Associates LLC for background investigations (4-0)
• Approved $67,697 amendment for Inglewood Transit Connector Project studies (4-0)
• Approved First Amendment to lease agreement with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (4-0)
• Rejected claims from Dwanna Franklin and Luis Sanchez (4-0)
• Approved settlement requests for Lauren Amimoto, Vincent Baldonado, Lorena F. Barrero, and Kathy Gill (4-0)

Rental Housing Board

The Rental Housing Board will hold an introductory session to present assigned Housing Protection Department staff. The meeting includes an outline of the board's functions and a report on the preparation timeline.

• Introduction of Housing Protection Department staff
• Outline of Rental Housing Board functions
• Report on the Rental Housing Board preparation timeline

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and Licenses Committee will hold a special meeting to consider a permit request from Councilwoman Gray to host a Back to School Event at Darby Park, 3400 W. Arbor Vitae St., on August 18, 2023. The committee will vote to approve or deny the request. Public comments will be accepted on agenda items and other city business.

• Permit request for Back to School Event at 3400 W. Arbor Vitae St. (Darby Park) on Aug 18, 2023, 11am-2pm

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and Licenses Committee will consider approval or denial of eight event permits, including large concerts at SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park, plus several new business licenses, tobacco retailer licenses, and renewals. The agenda is primarily administrative, with no major policy changes.

• Rolling Loud event at SoFi Parking Lots, March 15-17, 2024
• Krazy Super Concert at Hollywood Park Parking Lot N, Nov 3, 2023
• Riot Games Valorant Fan Fest at Forum Parking Lot, Aug 24-26, 2023
• New business licenses: La Brea Nail Salon, Brooks Place II nursing facility, Leon Valet Parking Service
• Tobacco retailer licenses: Top Shelf Liquor, Altadena Express, 7-Eleven, Splitarillos Tobacco Outlet

Planning Commission

The special Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 9, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for September 6, 2023, at 7:00pm in the City Council Chambers.

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will hold a public hearing on the Draft 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan for housing and community development. They will also set public hearings for a new sidewalk vendor program and zoning code amendments related to affordable housing, day-care, and condominium regulations. Consent items include a five-year jail food service contract with LA County ($49,998), payment for parking citation software ($284,331.35), and rejection of a personal injury claim from SoFi Stadium.

• Public hearing on adoption of the Draft City of Inglewood 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan
• Setting public hearing for new Sidewalk Vendor Program to comply with state law
• Setting public hearing for Zoning Code Amendment on affordable housing, day-care, and condominium regulations citywide
• Five-year agreement with LA County for Police Department jail food services, not to exceed $49,998
• Payment of $284,331.35 to Passport Labs for parking citation software and services

The City Council approved the Draft 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan following a public hearing. The council also authorized several vendor payments and ratified three board and commission appointments for District 1.

• Adopted Draft City of Inglewood 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan (5-0)
• Approved $1,546,686.08 in warrants and bills dated August 3, 2023 (5-0)
• Rejected personal injury claim from Natividad Strobel (5-0)
• Authorized $284,331.35 payment to Passport Labs, Inc. (5-0)
• Authorized $24,369.20 payment to Big Belly Solar LLC (5-0)
• Approved 5-year food services agreement with County of Los Angeles not to exceed $49,998 (5-0)
• Ratified appointments of Joyce Garner (Library Board), Patt Sanders (Naming and Renaming Commission), and Marshae Kinney (Human Affairs Commission) (5-0)
• Set public hearings for August 22, 2023, regarding sidewalk vending and zoning code amendments

Park & Recreation Commission

The Commission will review departmental activities including summer programs, senior services, and upcoming festivals. The agenda also includes an update on capital improvements projects and the approval of April 2023 minutes.

• Approval of April 2023 meeting minutes
• Update on Capital Improvements Projects
• Reports on Movies in the Park and Hispanic Heritage Festival
• Updates on Senior Center operations, transportation, and nutrition
• Review of Summer Food/CACFP Program

The Park and Recreation Commission approved a recommendation for the Park Projects Priority List to be sent to the Mayor and Council Members. The meeting also included staff reports on park maintenance, summer recreation programs, and senior services.

• Approved minutes from August 3, 2023 meeting (3-0)
• Approved recommendation for Park Projects Priority List (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Inglewood Planning Commission will not hold its scheduled meeting on Wednesday, August 2, 2023. The agenda contains only a notice of cancellation, with no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled for August 2, 2023

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will hold public hearings on four assessment districts, consider a zoning amendment for fast food restaurants, and vote on several contracts including a $2.32 million parking enforcement software agreement. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, warrants, and claims.

• Public hearings on assessment levies for Street Lighting District 1980-1, Morningside Park 1974-2, In-Town 1975-1, and Darby-Dixon 1987-1
• Approve $2,320,000 cooperative purchase agreement with Passport Labs for parking enforcement software and equipment
• Approve $180,000 agreement with Passport Labs for integrated parking management system
• Authorize $50,000 payment to Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation for park furniture at Edward Vincent Jr. Park
• Set public hearing for Zoning Code Amendment ZCA23-004 to regulate fast food restaurants citywide

The City Council approved several maintenance assessment districts and a $2.32 million agreement for parking enforcement software. The council also authorized over $10 million in warrant payments and denied two liability claims. A public hearing for new citywide fast food restaurant regulations was scheduled for August 22, 2023.

• Approved warrants and bills totaling $10,081,239.84 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-140 for Street Lighting Assessment District No. 1980-1 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-141 for Morningside Park Assessment District No. 1974-2 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-142 for In-Town Maintenance Assessment District No. 1975-1 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-143 declining assessments for Darby-Dixon Maintenance Assessment District No. 1987-1 (5-0)
• Denied claims from Deborah Mitchell and Christophore Ruffin (5-0)
• Approved $180,000 agreement with Passport Labs, Inc. for parking management system (5-0)
• Approved $2,320,000 agreement with Passport Labs, Inc. for parking enforcement software and equipment (5-0)

Library Board

The Inglewood Library Board is holding a regular meeting with agenda items including approval of minutes, a library update, and a Friends report. Public comments will be taken on agenda items and other matters. The meeting is procedural with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of minutes from June 28, 2023
• Library update
• Friends report
• Public comments on agenda items and other matters

The Board approved the minutes from the June 28, 2023, meeting. Staff provided updates on the Morningside Park Library construction, Main Library renovations, and the Summer Reading Program. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved June 28, 2023, meeting minutes

Parking & Traffic Commission

The Parking & Traffic Commission meeting scheduled for July 26, 2023 has been postponed. The next scheduled meeting date is August 23, 2023. No agenda items are provided.

Arts Commission

The Inglewood Arts Commission special meeting scheduled for July 26, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Joint Powers Authority - ITC Project

The Inglewood Transit Connector Joint Powers Authority is reviewing a funding agreement between the City of Inglewood and the JPA for operations and maintenance. The Board will also consider releasing the final Request for Proposals for the project's design, build, finance, operate, and maintain contract.

• Approval of Operations and Maintenance Funding Agreement between the City of Inglewood and the JPA
• Recommendation to release the Final Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Design Build Finance Operate Maintain Contract
• Authorization to seek Entry into Engineering from the Federal Transit Administration
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Board Meeting Calendar
• Monthly update on the Inglewood Transit Connector Project

The Joint Powers Authority approved the release of the final Request for Proposals for the project's design-build-finance-operate-maintain contract. The board also adopted a maintenance funding agreement with the City of Inglewood and authorized efforts to enter the engineering phase with the Federal Transit Administration.

• Adopted March 29, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Adopted FY 2023-2024 board meeting calendar (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-08 for Operations and Maintenance Funding Agreement between City of Inglewood and the Authority (3-0)
• Approved release of final RFP for Design Build Finance Operate Maintain contract (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-09 authorizing efforts to seek entry into engineering from the Federal Transit Administration (3-0)
• Received and filed the Inglewood Transit Connector Project monthly progress report

Planning Commission

The Inglewood Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a citywide zoning code amendment covering affordable housing, day-care, condominium, and fence regulations. The commission will also review a design proposal for exterior alterations and expansion of a commercial building at 355 East Manchester Boulevard. Both items include preliminary recommendations for approval.

• Zoning Code Amendment No. 23-00005 to modify Chapter 12 regulations on affordable housing, day-care, condominiums, and fences citywide
• Design Review No. 23-00032 for a 5,400 sq-ft commercial building expansion on an 8,500 sq-ft H-C zoned property at 355 East Manchester Boulevard
• Categorical Exemption EA-CE-2023-083 for the zoning amendment
• Categorical Exemption EA-CE-2023-048 for the design review
• Design review approval subject to 8 conditions

The Planning Commission recommended a citywide zoning code amendment to modify regulations for affordable housing, day-care, and condominiums. The commission also approved a design review for the expansion of a commercial building on East Manchester Boulevard.

• Recommended City Council adoption of Zoning Code Amendment ZCA-23-00005 (5-0)
• Approved Design Review 23-00032 for commercial building expansion at 355 East Manchester Boulevard (5-0)

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan for housing and community development. They will also vote on a consent calendar that includes a $6.5 million contract amendment for traffic management services, a $105,150 library improvement contract, and a resolution to eliminate the $275,000 annual cap for animal control services. Additionally, the council will consider submitting grant applications for the Inglewood Transit Connector project.

• Public hearing to adopt the Draft City of Inglewood 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan for housing and CDBG funds
• Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 20-219 with A+ Traffic Management, Inc., increasing compensation by up to $6,541,128 for two additional years
• Award contract to At Your Service Construction & Energy, Inc., for Crenshaw-Imperial Library Improvement Project, total not to exceed $105,150
• Resolution to eliminate the $275,000 annual not-to-exceed amount for County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control services
• Direct staff to submit two applications to Metro's ExpressLanes Net Toll Revenue Re-Investment Grant Program for the Inglewood Transit Connector Project

The City Council approved several infrastructure and service contracts, including a significant extension for traffic management and a $9.6M pool for building plan check services. The council also authorized over $7M in warrant payments and rejected four liability claims.

• Approved $7,067,556.70 in warrants and bills (4-1)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 20-219 for A+ Traffic Management, Inc. not to exceed $6,541,128 (4-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 23-108 for plan check and inspection services totaling $9.6 million (4-0)
• Awarded contract No. 23-282 to At Your Service Construction & Energy, Inc. not to exceed $105,150 (4-0)
• Rejected four liability claims for vehicle and tire damage (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-137 eliminating the $275,000 annual not-to-exceed amount for DACC services (4-0)
• Authorized $5,175 payment to Taxi Productions, Inc. for Inglewood Music Festival broadcasts (4-0)
• Directed staff to submit two grant applications to Metro for the Inglewood Transit Connector Project (4-0)

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission meeting scheduled for July 19, 2023, has been cancelled. A special meeting will be held on July 26, 2023. No agenda items are provided for either meeting.

• July 19, 2023 Arts Commission meeting cancelled
• Special meeting scheduled for July 26, 2023

The Arts Commission meeting scheduled for July 19, 2023, was cancelled. A special meeting was scheduled for July 26, 2023.

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will vote on several consent items, including rejecting five claims, approving police equipment purchases, and extending a hazardous waste removal contract. They will also consider authorizing pension obligation bond anticipation notes and a $1.76 million agreement for ITC project management. Four public hearings will be set for August 1 to levy annual assessments for maintenance and lighting districts.

• Approve $193,497.77 agreement with Meridian Rapid Defense Group for portable anti-vehicle barriers
• Approve $290,000 agreement with Leverage Information Systems for police camera system
• Extend Ocean Blue Environmental Services contract by $50,000 (total $500,000) for hazardous waste removal
• Authorize issuance of taxable pension obligation bond anticipation notes
• Approve $1,760,497 agreement with Trifiletti Consulting for ITC Project program management

The City Council approved multiple vendor agreements for police equipment, hazardous waste removal, and transit project management. The council also authorized the sale of taxable pension obligation bond anticipation notes and rejected five liability claims.

• Approved $1.76M agreement with Trifiletti Consulting, Inc. for ITC Project (5-0)
• Approved $290,000 agreement with Leverage Information Systems, Inc. for police cameras (5-0)
• Approved $193,497.77 agreement with Meridian Rapid Defense Group, LLC for vehicle barriers (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-123 to issue and sell taxable pension obligation bond anticipation notes (5-0)
• Rejected five liability claims for tire, property, and personal injury damages (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 3 with Ocean Blue Environmental Services, Inc. for hazardous waste removal, increasing compensation by up to $50,000 (5-0)
• Authorized $2,500 payment to D. Michael Mason and Associates for appraisal services (5-0)
• Adopted resolutions to initiate annual levy and collection of assessments for Morningside Park and In-Town Maintenance districts (5-0)

Permits & License Committee

The Permits & License Committee will consider approval or denial of five event permits, including a blood drive, a school supply giveaway, a police community event, and two Belize Fest dates, plus business and tobacco license renewals. The meeting is procedural, with no major policy decisions.

• Blood drive at One Manchester Blvd., City Hall Community Room A, July 24
• Backpack giveaway at 2864 W. Imperial Hwy., July 31
• National Night Out on Grevillea Ave., Aug 1
• Belize Fest on Nutwood St., Sept 10 and 17
• License renewals: Skin Glow, D'OR Unlimited Salon, Oasis Market

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including zoning amendments to permit automated car washes in mixed-use corridors and a master sign plan for a 29.5-acre property. They will also consider payments for the Inglewood Music Festival, a contract for park exercise equipment, and a senior-teen digital program.

• Public hearing to place delinquent sewer and refuse charges on tax rolls for FY 2022-2023
• Authorize $35,257.25 in payments for the Inglewood Music Festival at Darby Park
• Award $96,000 contract to GA Builders for Rogers Park exercise equipment project
• Adopt Ordinance 23-14 to permit automated car washes in MU-C Zone
• Adopt Ordinance 23-15 for amended Master Sign Plan at 3900 West Manchester Boulevard

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 23-118 to place delinquent sewer and refuse charges for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 on the County of Los Angeles property tax rolls. The Council also approved several contracts for park equipment, electric bicycles, and consulting services.

• Adopted Resolution No. 23-118 to place delinquent sewer and refuse charges on tax rolls (4-0)
• Approved $1,991,818.64 and $6,382,245.39 in warrants and bills (4-0)
• Rejected 11 claims and one amended claim for damages and injuries (4-0)
• Authorized $35,257.25 in payments for Inglewood Music Festival vendors (4-0)
• Awarded $96,000 contract to GA Builders LLC for Rogers Park equipment and accepted $115,000 donation from American Heart Association (4-0)
• Approved Host Agency Agreement No. 23-279 with International Pre-Diabetes Center (4-0)
• Authorized $34,033.61 for six electric bicycles from American Bike Patrol Services (4-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 4 to Agreement No. 19-224 with UrbanTrans Consultants, Inc. for up to $351,930 (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Inglewood Planning Commission will hold two continued public hearings: one on a special use permit for a convenience market at 1601 Centinela Avenue to sell beer, wine, and distilled spirits, and another on a zoning code amendment to establish fast-food regulations citywide. The commission will also approve minutes from prior meetings and hear public comments.

• Special Use Permit SUP23-00005 for off-site alcohol sales at 1601 Centinela Avenue (2,300 sq ft market, C-2 zone)
• Zoning Code Amendment ZCA23-00004 to establish Fast-Food Regulations citywide
• Categorical Exemptions EA-CE-2023-016 and EA-CE-2023-039 recommended for affirmation
• Minutes approval for May 31 and June 7, 2023 meetings

The Planning Commission approved a special use permit for a convenience market to sell beer, wine, and distilled spirits. The commission also held a continued public hearing regarding citywide fast-food regulations, though no final vote was recorded for the amendment.

• Approved Special Use Permit SUP23-00005 for alcohol sales at 1601 Centinela Avenue (4-0)
• Approved May 31, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a zoning code amendment (ZCA-23-00004) that would add new definitions and regulations for fast-food restaurants across multiple zoning districts. The amendment would require special use permits for new or expanded free-standing fast-food restaurants and drive-throughs, and prohibit them within 1,000 feet of each other. The commission previously held a public hearing and approved a resolution recommending the amendment to the City Council.

• Adds definition of 'Fast-Food Restaurant' and 'Commercial Kitchen' to municipal code
• Requires Special Use Permit for new or expanded fast-food drive-throughs in multiple zones
• Prohibits new or expanded single-tenant free-standing fast-food restaurants within 1,000 feet of another such restaurant
• Repeals Section 12-1.90.1 (Outdoor Restaurant on Public Sidewalk)
• Exempt from CEQA review (Notice of Exemption EA-CE-2023-039)

City Council

The regularly scheduled City Council meeting for July 4, 2023, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Library Board

The Inglewood Library Board is holding a routine meeting with no major decisions on the agenda. Items include public comments, approval of minutes from April 2022, a library update, a Friends report, and commissioner comments. The meeting is by phone only.

• Approval of minutes from April 26, 2022
• Library update
• Friends report
• Public comments on agenda items and other matters

The Board approved the minutes from the April 26, 2023, meeting. Staff provided updates on the $40 million Main Library renovation and the construction timeline for the Morningside Park library.

• Approved minutes for April 26, 2023

Parking & Traffic Commission

The Parking and Traffic Commission will hold a public hearing on a petition to terminate the Residential Permit Parking Program on 5th Avenue between 104th and 108th Streets in District 9. The commission will also consider amending the program on 3rd Avenue (District 7B) and terminating it on 77th Street between 7th and 8th Avenues. Public comments and approval of May minutes are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on petition to terminate permit parking on 5th Avenue between 104th and 108th Streets (District 9)
• Ballot results for amending permit parking on 3rd Avenue from 90th Street to Manchester Blvd (District 7B) - ballots mailed June 5, deadline July 6
• Resolution to terminate permit parking on 77th Street between 7th and 8th Avenues
• Approval of May 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will hold public hearings on two zoning code amendments, consider a $4 million appropriation for COVID-19 relief grants to small businesses and nonprofits, and vote on several contracts and agreements, including a $5.78 million police services agreement with Los Angeles County. The council will also decide on the timing of the 2024 municipal election and adopt an ordinance setting pay ranges for city employees.

• Public hearing on ZCA-23-00001 to permit automated car wash facilities in the MU-C (Mixed-Use Corridor) Zone
• Public hearing on ZCA-23-00003 to amend the Sign Overlay Zone for a 29.5-acre property at 3900 West Manchester Boulevard
• Approve $4,000,000 in ARPA-funded Champions Grant Assistance Awards for small businesses and nonprofits
• Approve agreement with Los Angeles County for supplemental law enforcement services up to $5,778,000
• Adopt Ordinance No. 23-13 establishing pay ranges and employment conditions for FY 2022-2023

The City Council approved several contracts, including a major agreement for law enforcement services and furniture for the Office of Emergency Services. The council also introduced zoning amendments for automated car washes and a master sign plan, and rejected multiple pothole-related claims.

• Approved Agreement No. 23-258 for supplemental law enforcement services from LASD not to exceed $5,778,000 (5-0)
• Approved $148,759 purchase agreement with New Tangram, LLC for Office of Emergency Services furniture (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 23-14 to permit automated car wash facilities in the MU-C Zone (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 23-15 for a Master Sign Plan at 3900 West Manchester Boulevard (5-0)
• Rejected six claims for tire damage related to potholes (5-0)
• Approved $3,960,902.62 in warrants and bills dated June 22, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved $17,293.43 agreement with Leverage Information Systems, Inc. for police camera services (5-0)
• Authorized $5,500 payment to Kelcey Newman dba: Attain Design and Marketing Communications (5-0)

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and Licenses Committee will consider approval or denial of seven event permit requests, including LAX Ammo, Movies in the Park, and Frat Games, plus one new tobacco retailer license, one new business license, and renewal lists for business and tobacco licenses. The agenda is mostly routine permit and license decisions.

• LAX Ammo event at 234 Hindry Ave, June 23-25
• Movies in the Park at Edward Vincent Jr. Park, City Hall South Lawn, and North Park
• Soul Set at the Park at Hollywood Park Casino, four dates
• New tobacco retailer: Rio Smoke Shop 3 Inc. at 10012 Hawthorne Blvd.
• New shuttle service: Top Transportation Service at 708 Vesta St.

Arts Commission

The Inglewood Arts Commission will consider recommending approval of a $29,564.64 agreement with The Creative House for a pilot Utility Box Public Art Program. The commission will also receive updates on public art projects, including the IGAP 2022 Art of the Trees commission and conservation of The Written Word. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment periods.

• Agreement with The Creative House for $29,564.64 for Utility Box Public Art Program
• Update on IGAP 2022: Art of the Trees commission
• Update on The Written Word public art conservation
• Approval of minutes from February 15 and March 15, 2023
• Upcoming events: Inglewood Music Festival (June 24), Movies in the Park (June 24, July 15, August 12)

The Arts Commission recommended that the Mayor and Council approve a $29,564.64 agreement with The Creative House for a pilot Utility Box Public Art Program. The commission also approved the minutes from February 15 and March 15, 2023.

• Recommended $29,564.64 agreement with The Creative House for pilot Utility Box Public Art Program (3-0)
• Approved minutes for February 15, 2023, and March 15, 2023, meetings (3-0)

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will hold public hearings on sidewalk vending regulations and a General Plan Safety Element update, and consider consent items including payments and agreements. A key decision is whether to direct the Mayor to amend the Inglewood Transit Connector funding agreement to add $1.5 million annually, bringing the total to $9.1 million per year, plus $3.75 million annually for two years before construction completion to establish a reserve. The Housing Authority will also consider selling Osage Senior Villas and adopting its 2023-2024 Agency Plan.

• Public hearing on ordinance to add Sidewalk Vendor Program to Municipal Code Chapter 8
• Public hearing on General Plan Amendment 2022-002 (Safety Element)
• Direct Mayor to amend Inglewood Transit Connector funding agreement: add $1.5M annually to total $9.1M/year, plus $3.75M/year pre-completion for reserve
• Approve MOAs for watershed programs: $91,226 (Ballona Creek), $190,996 (Dominguez Channel), $497,214.72 (Ballona Creek Bacteria TMDL)
• Housing Authority to approve sale of Osage Senior Villas at 924 S. Osage Ave

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 23-112 to approve General Plan Amendment 2022-002 regarding the Safety Element. The Council also authorized several watershed management agreements and increased funding for the Inglewood Transit Connector. A public hearing on sidewalk vending ordinances was continued to a future date.

• Adopted Resolution No. 23-112 approving General Plan Amendment 2022-002 (Safety Element) (5-0)
• Approved $3,424,433.42 in warrants and bills (5-0)
• Authorized Mayor to amend funding Agreement No. 23-210 for Inglewood Transit Connector (5-0)
• Approved three watershed management agreements totaling $779,436.72 (5-0)
• Rejected all bid proposals for Vincent Park Decomposed Granite Project and authorized re-bid (5-0)
• Authorized $31,184.62 payment to Santa Monica Systems, Inc. (5-0)
• Rejected amended personal injury claim by Jacqueline Sharpe (5-0)
• Continued public hearing on sidewalk vending ordinance to a future date (5-0)

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will consider awarding a $2.9 million contract for the Main Library Renovation Project, approving a $708,500 elderly nutrition grant, and rejecting several claims. They will also set public hearings for a zoning amendment to allow automated car washes and a sign overlay amendment for a property on West Manchester Boulevard. The agenda includes routine items like warrants, treasurer's reports, and oral reports.

• Award contract to LPA, Inc. for $2,637,520 plus $263,752 contingency for Main Library Renovation Project
• Approve $708,500 Elderly Nutrition Program grant from County of Los Angeles WDACS
• Reject 11 claims including pothole damage, tree damage, and assault allegations
• Set public hearing for ZCA-23-00001 to permit automated car washes in MU-C Zone
• Set public hearing for ZCA-23-00003 to amend Sign Overlay Zone for 3900 W Manchester Blvd

The City Council awarded a contract for architectural and engineering services for the Main Library renovation and approved several grant amendments for elderly nutrition and homeless coordination. The Council also rejected 11 liability claims and ratified multiple appointments to the Rent Board and Parks and Recreation Commission.

• Approved contract with LPA, Inc. for Main Library Renovation not to exceed $2,901,272 (5-0)
• Approved $4,279,940.71 for payment of warrants and bills dated June 8, 2023 (5-0)
• Rejected 11 liability claims (A-1 through A-9 and B-1 through B-2) (5-0)
• Authorized $39,276.44 payment to National Business Furniture for Housing Protection Department (5-0)
• Approved $708,500 grant amendment for Elderly Nutrition Program through June 30, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved extension of Homeless Coordinator Program with Catholic Charities through June 30, 2024 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-111 affirming FY 2023-2024 SB1 road project list (5-0)
• Ratified appointments of Edmond Hamilton, Jr., Benice Brown, Wanda Evans, Maria Heaney, and Jacob Fragoso to the Rent Board (5-0)

Permits & License Committee

The Inglewood Permits & License Committee is meeting to consider approval or denial of a special event permit, several business license renewals, and a tobacco retailer license renewal. The committee will also review and discuss fireworks stand permits, rules, regulations, and the selection process. The meeting includes public comment periods for agenda items and other city business.

• Event permit for 'The Be Out Day Event' at Edward Vincent Jr. Park, 700 Warren Ln, on Sept 30, 2023, 12-5 p.m.
• Business license renewals for 7 businesses, including hair/nail salons and a tattoo parlor
• Tobacco retailer license renewal for El Coco Market (grocery store)
• Review and discussion of fireworks stand permits, rules, and selection criteria for 16 organizations
• Approval of minutes from the May 25, 2023 meeting

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and License Committee will hold a special meeting to consider a permit request from the American Red Cross for a Sound the Alarm event. The committee will also approve minutes from a prior meeting and take public comments.

• Permit request: American Red Cross Sound the Alarm at 625 Hargrave St., June 17, 2023, 8:00am-2:00pm
• Approval of minutes from January 27, 2023 special meeting

Planning Commission

The Inglewood Planning Commission is holding public hearings to review four special use permit applications. The agenda includes requests to sell alcohol at a convenience store and a nightclub, expand a service station, and build an EV charging station. Additionally, the commission is considering a citywide zoning code amendment to regulate fast-food establishments, though this item is postponed to July 5, 2023.

• Special Use Permit No. 23-00005 for off-site alcohol sales at a convenience market at 1601 Centinela Avenue (continued to July 5, 2023)
• Special Use Permit No. 23-00012 for on-site alcohol sales at a bar/nightclub at 446 S Market Street
• Special Use Permit No. 23-00013 for the expansion of a service station at 916 W Spruce Avenue
• Special Use Permit No. 23-00014 for a private electric vehicle charging station at 4600 West Century Boulevard
• Zoning Code Amendment No. ZCA-23-00004 to establish citywide Fast-Food Regulations (postponed to July 5, 2023)

The Planning Commission approved a Public Convenience or Necessity finding for the on-site sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits at a bar/nightclub. The commission also approved minutes from previous meetings and postponed one special use permit hearing.

• Approved Public Convenience or Necessity finding for alcohol sales at 446 S. Market Street (3-1)
• Approved April 12, 2023 and May 3, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Postponed Special Use Permit SP-23-00005 for 1601 Centinela Avenue to July 5, 2023 (4-0)

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will hold public hearings on amending municipal code for peddling and sidewalk vending, and on community housing needs for the 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan. The consent calendar includes contracts for library renovations, inmate phone service, and a $9 million Caltrans agreement, plus several budget amendments. Closed session covers pending litigation and potential claims.

• Public hearing on ordinance to regulate peddling, soliciting, and sidewalk vending (PH-1)
• Public hearing on 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan for community and housing needs (PH-2)
• Contract with Griffin Structures, Inc. for Main Library renovation, not to exceed $2,346,300 (Item 3)
• Contract with KG Axis, Inc. for Morningside Park Library renovation, not to exceed $2,193,400 (Item 4)
• Agreement with Caltrans for up to $9,000,000 (DR-2)

The City Council approved several service contracts, including construction management for the Main Library and design for the Downtown Intelligent Transportation Systems Project. The Council also rejected four liability claims and approved funding for third-party permit reviews. A public hearing on sidewalk vending and peddling ordinances was continued to June 20, 2023.

• Approved $2,346,300 contract with Griffin Structures, Inc. for Main Library renovation management (4-0)
• Approved $1,045,150.70 contract with Michael Baker International for Downtown Intelligent Transportation Systems Project design (4-0)
• Rejected four liability claims from Marquese Belisie, EW Dawson Corporation, Livier Lizama, and Alex Saravia (4-0)
• Approved $202,134.90 agreement with TRIO Community Meals, LLC for food programs (4-0)
• Approved contract with Bridged Innovations Inc. for inmate telephone service (4-0)
• Approved MOU with LA-RICS for Land Mobile Radio System usage (4-0)
• Approved one-year extension and expanded services for LAZ Parking California, LLC (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-106 to provide $402,137 for third-party plan check and permit review (4-0)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Commission is reviewing a staff recommendation to approve an amendment to the Elderly Nutrition Program Services Subaward with the County of Los Angeles. This includes allocating $708,500 in grant funding for the 2023-2024 fiscal year.

• Amendment Thirteen of the Elderly Nutrition Program Services Subaward (City Agreement No. 20-201)
• $708,500 allocation for Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP) baseline grant funding
• Resolution to commit $708,500 to the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget
• Verbal reports on Summer Programs, Movies in the Park, and Senior Center Activities

The Park and Recreation Commission approved a staff recommendation for the Mayor and Council to approve Amendment Thirteen of the Elderly Nutrition Program Contract with Los Angeles County. Staff also provided updates on park maintenance, youth sports leagues, and senior services.

• Approved recommendation to Mayor and Council to approve Amendment Thirteen of the Elderly Nutrition Program Contract with Los Angeles County (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Inglewood Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider amending the Sign Overlay Zone's Master Sign Plan for 3900 West Manchester Boulevard. Staff recommends affirming a categorical exemption and adopting a resolution recommending approval of Zone Code Amendment No. 23-00003. The meeting also includes routine items like the pledge, roll call, and public comments.

• Public hearing on Sign Overlay Zone Master Sign Plan amendment for 3900 West Manchester Boulevard
• Staff recommendation to affirm Categorical Exemption EA-CE-2023-051
• Staff recommendation to adopt resolution approving Zone Code Amendment No. 23-00003 (ZCA23-00003)

The Planning Commission approved a resolution recommending that the City Council approve an amendment to the Master Sign Plan for 3900 West Manchester Boulevard. The commission also affirmed a categorical exemption for the project.

• Affirmed categorical exemption EA-CE-2023-051 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Zoning Code Amendment No. 23-00003 and Resolution No. 1961 for the Master Sign Plan at 3900 West Manchester Boulevard (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Inglewood Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to consider amending the Sign Overlay Zone and Master Sign Plan for 3900 West Manchester Boulevard, which would convert the existing marquee sign at the Forum from a static electronic display to a full-motion, off-site billboard. The agenda includes a letter from WOW Media, Inc. raising objections on CEQA, proximity to sensitive land uses, content restrictions, permit compliance, spacing conflicts, litigation risk, and economic impact.

• Proposed amendment to Sign Overlay Zone/Master Sign Plan for 3900 West Manchester Boulevard (Forum)
• Conversion of marquee sign from static to full-motion electronic display
• CEQA Notice of Exemption filed under Section 15303 (Conversion of Small Structures)
• Sign located 230 feet from residential property, 500 feet from Bright Beginning Day Care, 520 feet from Kelso Elementary School, 150 feet from a cemetery
• Existing billboard less than 260 feet away in Sizzler Restaurant parking lot

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and Licenses Committee will consider approval or denial of seven event permit requests for June 2023, including field days, graduations, a Juneteenth tennis event, a fruit tree distribution, a parade, and street celebrations. It will also review one new business license request for a kennel and a list of seven business license renewals. The meeting is held by phone and begins at 2:00 p.m.

• Event permits at Edward Vincent, Jr. Park (700 Warren Lane) for Wilder's Prep Academy field day and graduations, 40 Love Foundation Juneteenth tennis, and Tree People fruit tree distribution
• Juneteenth parade on June 18 from Nutwood to La Brea, Slauson, Crenshaw, Manchester Blvd, ending at Inglewood High School
• Taste of Inglewood Juneteenth Celebration on Market Street between Regent and Hillcrest, June 18
• New business license: Rue's Kennels @ LAX at 936 W. Hyde Park Blvd
• Business license renewals include Guardian Ambulance, AMPM Cars & Trucks, Naturally You Natural Hair Care, LoveJoy Foundation, A List Limousine, Raymonth H Johnson parking lots, Inglewood Jewelry & Loan

Library Board

The Inglewood Library Board is holding a regular meeting on May 24, 2023, by phone. The agenda includes public comments, approval of minutes from April 26, 2022, a library update, a Friends report, commissioner comments, and adjournment. No specific decisions, contracts, or policy items are listed; the meeting appears to be procedural and informational.

• Public comments on agenda items and other matters
• Approval of minutes from April 26, 2022
• Library update
• Friends report
• Commissioner comments

The Library Board meeting scheduled for May 24, 2023, was canceled due to a lack of quorum. No decisions were made.

City Council

The City Council authorized a funding agreement for the Inglewood Transit Connector and approved several grants for security and homeland safety. The council also approved the purchase of three elderly nutrition delivery vehicles and ratified a commission appointment.

• Authorized Mayor to execute funding Agreement No. 23-210 for Inglewood Transit Connector
• Approved $266,848 for three Elderly Nutrition Program replacement delivery vehicles
• Approved $250,000 State Homeland Security Program Grant (Subrecipient Agreement No. 23-211)
• Approved $198,796 Urban Area Security Initiative Grant (Agreement No. 23-276)
• Approved $5,076,573.40 for payment of warrants and bills
• Ratified appointment of Barbara Hibler to the Parking and Traffic Commission
• Rejected five claims for tire damage, personal injury, and vehicle damage
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-101 to vacate 201 N. La Brea Avenue and associated easement rights

Arts Commission

The Inglewood Arts Commission will receive and file recommendations from the Inglewood Transit Connector Lead Artist Selection panel, which selected Ned Kahn, Norie Sato, and Vicki Scuri as semi-finalists, each to be contracted for $10,000 to develop Methods of Approach. Susan Narduli was named as alternate. The commission will also hear verbal updates on the IGAP 2023 project and the Public Art 2023 utility box vinyl wrapping initiative.

• Receive and file panel recommendations for three semi-finalist artists (Ned Kahn, Norie Sato, Vicki Scuri) at $10,000 each
• Alternate artist Susan Narduli named to ensure three semi-finalists
• Verbal update on IGAP 2023 Project
• Verbal update on Public Art 2023: Utility Box Vinyl Wrapping

The Arts Commission received and filed recommendations to contract three semi-finalist artists for the Inglewood Transit Connector project. Staff provided updates on the 2023 Public Art Concert Curator RFP and the timeline for utility box vinyl wrapping.

• Received and filed recommendations to contract semi-finalists Ned Kahn, Norie Sato, and Vicki Scuri at $10,000 each

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will consider approving Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 22-187 with CSDA Design Group, increasing the contract by $72,529 to a total of $613,049 and extending the term to December 31, 2023, for architectural design work on 320 residential units. The council will also set public hearings for the 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan and consider several payments for services related to the Women Rock Empowerment Summit 2023. The agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes, warrant registers, and rejecting two claims.

• Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 22-187 with CSDA Design Group, increasing amount by $72,529 (total $613,049) for architectural design on 320 residential units
• Set public hearings for June 6, 2023, July 25, 2023, and December 12, 2023, for the 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan and CAPER
• Authorize payment of $200 legal invoice from Cauvel & Dacey, P.C. (Special Counsel)
• Reject claims from Luis Martin (sidewalk ADA violation) and Mercury Insurance (pothole damage)
• Authorize payments for Women Rock Empowerment Summit 2023: $675 (DJ), $11,770 (catering), $500 (photography), $7,800 (Mogul Behaviour)

The City Council approved over $2.15 million in warrants and bills and amended the 2022/2023 budget to increase funding for architectural design of 320 residential units. The Council also rejected two liability claims and scheduled public hearings for the 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan.

• Approved payment of warrants and bills totaling $2,154,188.77 (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 22-187 with CSDA Design Group, increasing the amount by $72,529 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-97 amending the 2022/2023 annual budget (5-0)
• Rejected personal injury claim by Luis Martin and tire damage claim by Mercury Insurance (5-0)
• Approved settlement request for worker's compensation claims of Ivan Chatman (5-0)
• Authorized $200 payment to Cauvel & Dacey, P.C. (5-0)
• Authorized payments for Women Rock Empowerment Summit 2023 to Lavender Blue Group Inc. ($11,770), Mogul Behaviour ($7,800), Louvonia Thompson ($500), and Club iCE Rental ($675) (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearings for June 6, July 25, and December 12, 2023, regarding the Annual Action Plan and CAPER

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and License Committee will consider five event permit requests, including a YOLA fundraiser, a water safety event, a mental health resources fair, the Memorial Day service, and a Guelaguetza festival. It will also review one new barber shop license, four business license renewals, and three tobacco retailer license renewals. The meeting is held by phone; public comments are accepted on agenda items and other city business.

• YOLA Soiree and Spring Celebration at 101 S. La Brea Ave, May 17-18
• Splish-Splash Water Safety Event at Edward Vincent Jr. Park Swim Complex, May 20
• 74th Annual Memorial Day Service at Inglewood City Hall South Mall, May 29
• XXXVI Festival Guelaguetza at Edward Vincent Jr. Park Amphitheater, Aug 6
• New barber shop license for Eugene's Barber and Beauty at 3550 W. Imperial Hwy

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will consider a funding agreement with Murphy's Bowl, LLC for $3.62 million to cover specialized legal services for the NBA arena development at Prairie Avenue and Century Boulevard. The agenda also includes several routine items: rejecting claims, approving minutes, and a lease for City Hall office space. Several public works projects will be rebid after rejecting all bids, and a temporary parking lease with Murphy's Bowl is proposed.

• Funding agreement with Murphy's Bowl, LLC for $3,620,000 for legal services for NBA arena project
• Reject claims from 8 individuals (potholes, property damage, etc.)
• Reject all bids for Water Main Replacement Phase 5 and Water Service Lines Replacement projects
• Lease agreement with Senate Rules Committee for City Hall Suite 600
• Stipend agreements up to $3,000,000 each for Inglewood Transit Connector project

The City Council approved several funding and lease agreements, including a $3.62M agreement with Murphy’s Bowl, LLC for legal services related to an NBA area project. The council also rejected all bids for two water replacement projects and denied eight liability claims.

• Approved $7,181,496.04 in warrants and bills (5-0)
• Rejected 8 liability claims including pothole and personal injury claims (5-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Senate Rules Committee for City Hall Suite 600 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-93 and 23-94 to reject and rebid two water replacement projects (5-0)
• Approved $130,000 amendment for CBRE, Inc. and terminated agreement with Integra Realty Resources (5-0)
• Approved $3,620,000 funding agreement with Murphy’s Bowl, LLC for NBA area project legal services (5-0)
• Approved $3M stipend agreements for Inglewood Transit Connector project (5-0)
• Approved $500,000 budget increase for Habitat for Humanity home rehabilitation grants (5-0)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Park and Recreation Commission meeting originally scheduled for May 4, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 1, 2023.

The Park and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for May 4, 2023, was cancelled. No decisions or actions were taken. The next meeting is set for June 1, 2023.

Planning Commission

The Inglewood Planning Commission is meeting to consider several land-use items, including a continued public hearing on a zoning code amendment to allow standalone automated car washes in the MU-C zone, and public hearings for four special use permits involving alcohol sales and live entertainment. The commission will also review a General Plan amendment to update the Safety Element. Staff have provided preliminary recommendations for each item, mostly recommending approval with conditions.

• Zoning Code Amendment No. 23-00001 to allow automated car washes in MU-C zone (Winston Liu)
• Special Use Permit SP-23-00004 for alcohol service at Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas, 1233 South District Drive (55,000 sq ft theater)
• Special Use Permit SP-23-00005 for beer/wine and spirits sales at 1601 Centinela Avenue (2,300 sq ft market)
• Special Use Permit SP-23-00006 for on-site spirits and live entertainment at 217 East Nutwood Street (2,400 sq ft restaurant)
• General Plan Amendment 2022-002 to update the Safety Element

The commission approved a special use permit for a 75-foot wireless telecommunications facility (mono-palm) at 3111 West Century Boulevard, with 24 conditions. They also approved a playground canopy at North Park (625 East Hargrave Street) and received an overview report on fast food regulations, though no action was taken on that item.

• Approved Special Use Permit SP-2022-010 for a 75-foot wireless mono-palm at 3111 W Century Blvd (5-0)
• Approved Planning Commission Review PCR-2023-002 for a playground canopy at North Park, 625 E Hargrave St (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 23, 2023 special meeting and February 1, 2023 regular meeting (5-0 each)

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will consider consent items including rejecting seven claims against the city, paying a $462,014 election invoice, and approving a $831,296 budget amendment for the Darby and Dixon Parking Lot Improvements Project. They will also vote on a resolution to accept a $2,709,531 state grant for Main Library renovation and adopt an ordinance amending the Inglewood Transit Connector procurement rules.

• Reject claims from Evelyn Bragg, Brian Grant, Lydi Salas, Kevin Smith, Christina Torres, Salomon Passariello, and Maria Rowe
• Authorize payment of $462,014.18 to LA County Registrar-Recorder for Nov 2022 election
• Adopt resolution amending FY 2022-2023 budget by $831,296 for Darby and Dixon Parking Lot Improvements
• Award 3-year NPDES compliance contract to John L. Hunter and Associates, Inc. (total not to exceed $299,520)
• Adopt resolution for $2,709,531 state grant for Main Library renovation

The City Council unanimously approved a resolution amending the FY 2022-2023 budget by $831,296 to fund the Darby and Dixon Parking Lot Improvements Project. The council also adopted an ordinance amending Inglewood Transit Connector procurement rules, authorized a $2.7M state grant application for Main Library seismic renovation, and approved several payments and contracts. All votes were 5-0.

• Adopted Resolution 23-90 amending budget by $831,296 for Darby Dixon Parking Lot Improvements (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-11 amending Inglewood Transit Connector procurement rules (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-91 authorizing $2,709,531 state grant application for Main Library seismic renovation (5-0)
• Approved $462,014.18 payment to LA County Registrar for Nov. 2022 election (5-0)
• Approved $18,000 payment to Vital Medical Services for medical services (5-0)
• Approved amendment to AT&T/FirstNet purchase orders and equipment lease-purchase agreement for police air cards (5-0)
• Awarded 3-year, $299,520 contract to John L. Hunter & Associates for NPDES compliance (5-0)
• Rejected 7 claims for personal injury and property damage (5-0)

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and Licenses Committee will review and vote on five event permit requests, including a STEM fest, a swearing-in ceremony, a women's summit, a tree planting, and a music festival. They will also consider a list of business license renewals and tobacco retailer license renewals. The meeting is procedural, with recommendations for approval or denial on each item.

• Permit for 2nd Annual Inglewood Stem Fest at Edward Vincent, Jr. Park, 700 Warren Ln, Apr 29
• Permit for Councilwoman Gloria D. Gray Public Swearing In at City Hall South Lawn, One W. Manchester Blvd, Apr 29
• Permit for Women Rock Empowerment Summit at Inglewood Senior Center, 111 N. Locust St, May 6
• Permit for Tree Planting Event by Tree People at Edward Vincent, Jr. Park, May 6
• Permit for Inglewood Music Festival at Lake Park at Hollywood Park, 1011 Stadium Dr, Jun 24

Parking & Traffic Commission

The Parking and Traffic Commission will consider a resolution to terminate the Residential Permit Parking Program on 95th Street between 8th Avenue and 6th Avenue, following a resident petition and ballot vote. They will also hold a public hearing on amending the program on 77th Street between 8th and 7th Avenues. The meeting includes approval of February minutes and public comments.

• Resolution to terminate Citywide Parking Permit Program on 95th Street between 8th and 6th Avenues
• Public hearing to amend Citywide Parking Permit Program on 77th Street between 8th and 7th Avenues
• Approval of February 2023 meeting minutes
• Ballot results: 18 votes to terminate, 1 opposed (95% support) on 95th Street

Library Board

The Board approved the minutes from October 26, 2022. Staff provided updates on the $40 million Main Library renovation, the Morningside Branch construction, and a $2.7 million building forward grant.

• Approved minutes for October 26, 2022

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending the Inglewood Transit Connector procurement rules, and will consider approving a cooperative agreement with the Inglewood Transit Connector Joint Powers Authority for the project. The consent calendar includes a Dodgers Dreamteam grant, a pavement marking contract amendment, and routine financial reports. The meeting also covers warrant registers and monthly treasurer's reports for the Successor Agency, Housing Authority, and Joint Powers Authority.

• Public hearing on ordinance amending Section 2-196.1 (ITC procurements)
• Approve cooperative agreement with ITC JPA for the Inglewood Transit Connector project
• Approve $41,340 grant from LA Dodgers Foundation for Dreamteam Program
• Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 21-190 with Superior Pavement Markings, Inc. (up to $972,000; total not to exceed $3,168,808)
• Approve second revision to CTCAC Lease Rider for Pacific Rim Apartments (230 S. Grevillea Ave)

The City Council approved over $3.1 million in warrants and bills and authorized a contract amendment for street signage and pavement markings. The Council also accepted a grant from the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation and updated the city's sewer system management plan.

• Approved payment of warrants and bills totaling $3,176,103.13 (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 23-11 to amend Inglewood Transit Connector Procurements (5-0)
• Approved grant Agreement No. 23-183 with Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation for Dodgers Dreamteam Program (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-87 to amend 2022-2023 budget for Dodgers Dreamteam Program (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 21-190 with Superior Pavement Markings, Inc. for up to $972,000 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-88 to increase the Sanitation Fund line (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-89 approving the Sewer System Management Plan 2021 Update (5-0)

Arts Commission

The Inglewood Arts Commission will not hold its scheduled April 19, 2023 meeting. The next meeting is set for May 17, 2023. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice with no items for discussion or decision.

• No meeting on April 19, 2023
• Next meeting scheduled for May 17, 2023

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will hold a closed session on a worker's compensation claim, then an open session to consider consent calendar items. These include rejecting six property damage claims, authorizing a $55,735.91 payment to the County for animal control services, adopting the 2023 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, and approving a contract amendment with The Arroyo Group. The meeting also includes routine warrant registers and reports from city officials.

• Reject claims from six residents for property damage (potholes, fallen tree, water pipe)
• Authorize $55,735.91 payment to County of Los Angeles for animal care and control
• Adopt 2023 Updated Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Approve Second Amendment to Agreement No. 21-147 with The Arroyo Group
• Closed session on worker's compensation claim of Jose Fernandez

The City Council approved over $6.3 million in warrants and bills and adopted the updated 2023 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. The council also rejected six property damage claims and authorized payment for animal care services.

• Approved $6,393,752.65 in warrants and bills (5-0)
• Rejected six property damage claims regarding potholes, a fallen tree, and a water pipe (5-0)
• Authorized $55,735.91 payment to County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care & Control (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-86 to update the 2023 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (5-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to Agreement No. 21-147 with The Arroyo Group to extend term to December 31, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved settlement request for workers compensation claim of Jose Fernandez (5-0)

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and Licenses Committee will consider approval or denial of four special event permits, two new business licenses (a hair/nail salon and a tobacco retailer), and lists of business and tobacco retailer license renewals. The meeting is open for public comment on agenda items and other city business.

• Event permit for Alpha Phi Alpha scholarship fundraiser at 546 E. Florence Ave. on April 29
• Event permit for Autism Awareness & Resource Fair at 3704 W. 111th St. on April 29
• New business license for Blessed Beauty Lounge (hair/nail salon) at 8005 S. Van Ness Ave.
• New tobacco retailer license for La Brea Tobacco at 206 N. La Brea Ave.
• Renewals include 16 businesses and 3 tobacco retailers

Planning Commission

The Inglewood Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a Special Use Permit for a new self-storage facility at 3846 West Century Boulevard, and a Zoning Code Amendment to allow standalone automated car wash facilities in the MU-C zone. The Commission will also consider a Design Review for the same self-storage project in a non-public hearing. Staff have issued preliminary recommendations to approve both items with conditions.

• Special Use Permit SP-2022-011 for a new self-storage facility at 3846 West Century Boulevard
• Zoning Code Amendment No. 23-00001 to allow automated car wash facilities in the MU-C zone as standalone uses
• Design Review DR-2022-014 for a 6-story, approximately 335,000 square-foot self-storage facility
• CEQA Notice of Exemption EA-CE-2022-146 for the self-storage project
• CEQA Notice of Exemption EA-CE-2023-013 for the zoning code amendment

The Planning Commission approved a special use permit for a 75-foot wireless telecommunications facility and the installation of a new playground canopy at North Park. The commission also received an overview report on fast food regulations.

• Approved Special Use Permit SP-2022-010 for a 75-foot wireless facility at 3111 West Century Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved PCR-2023-002 to install a new playground canopy at North Park, 625 East Hargrave Street (5-0)
• Approved January 23, 2023 Special Planning Commission Minutes (5-0)
• Approved February 1, 2023 Planning Commission Minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council adopted resolutions to modify the Inglewood Transit Connector Project and approved its associated Relocation Plan. The council also authorized several payments, accepted federal grant funds, and rejected multiple liability claims.

• Adopted Resolution No. 23-84 and 23-85 regarding the modified Inglewood Transit Connector Project (5-0)
• Adopted the Relocation Plan for the Inglewood Transit Connector Project (5-0)
• Approved $7,020,586.47 in warrants and bills (5-0)
• Rejected six liability claims, including five personal injury/damage claims and one late claim (5-0)
• Authorized $1,579.25 payment to American Bike Patrol Services (5-0)
• Authorized $3,431.09 payment to Medico Healthcare Linen Service (5-0)
• Accepted $8,453.90 in Fiscal Year 2022 Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership funds (5-0)
• Approved decrease in city-referred tow fees and daily storage fees (5-0)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Commission will review a staff report recommending a Park Projects Priority List for future approval by the Mayor and Council. Staff will also provide verbal reports on various departmental activities including parks administration, recreation, and human services.

• Park Projects Priority List recommendation
• Crenshaw-Imperial Branch Library Landscape report
• Graffiti Abatement report
• Capital Improvement Project update

The Park and Recreation Commission approved a staff recommendation to move the Park Projects Priority List forward for approval by the Mayor and Council Members. The commission also approved the meeting minutes from February 2 and March 2, 2023.

• Approved recommendation for Park Projects Priority List (5-0)
• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved March 2, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will hold public hearings on a special use permit for a large self-storage expansion, an 8% fee increase tied to the CPI, and a relocation plan for the Transit Connector Project. The consent calendar includes several contract awards and payments, and the council will also consider a stormwater ordinance and other routine items.

• Special Use Permit for 70,000 sq ft addition to self-storage at 937-959 West Hyde Park Blvd
• Master Fee Schedule amendment with 8% CPI increase
• Relocation Plan for Inglewood Transit Connector Project
• Contract award to Mehta Mechanical for $81,400 for Booster Pump Replacement
• Contract award to S&L Specialty Construction for $2,384,595 for sound insulation

The City Council approved a special use permit for a 70,000 square-foot addition to a self-storage facility and adopted a resolution to increase the Master Fee Schedule by 8%. The council also awarded several construction and service contracts and adopted a stormwater management ordinance.

• Approved 70,000 sq-ft addition to self-storage facility at 937-959 W Hyde Park Blvd (5-0)
• Approved 8% increase to Master Fee Schedule based on CPI (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for RFB-0155 Publication of Legal Notices (5-0)
• Authorized $2.38M contract for sound insulation on 45 residential units with S&L Specialty Construction, Inc. (5-0)
• Authorized $420,673.15 for AT&T cellphones/plans and $37,805.86 for FirstNet invoices (5-0)
• Authorized $81,400 contract for North Inglewood Booster Pump No. 3 Replacement (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 23-09 regarding Stormwater Management and Discharge Control (5-0)
• Approved application for the State of California Prohousing Designation Program (5-0)

City Council

The City Council approved an agreement with Buffalo Computer Graphics (BCG) for crisis management software and adopted a resolution to amend the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget to fund the purchase.

• Approved Agreement No. 23-173 with Buffalo Computer Graphics (BCG) for $67,371.69 (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-76 to amend the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget (3-0)

Joint Powers Authority - ITC Project

The Inglewood Transit Connector Joint Powers Authority is meeting to review a monthly progress update on the transit project. The Board will also consider authorizing a cooperative agreement between the City of Inglewood and the Authority, and adopting a Title VI program.

• Resolution 23-06: Authorizing execution of a Cooperative Agreement with the City of Inglewood
• Resolution 23-07: Adopting a Title VI Program for the transit project
• Monthly progress update on the Inglewood Transit Connector Project
• Adoption of February 14, 2023, meeting minutes

The Inglewood Transit Connector Joint Powers Authority approved a cooperative agreement with the City of Inglewood and adopted a Title VI Program. The authority also approved the minutes from the February 14, 2023 meeting.

• Adopted minutes from February 14, 2023 meeting
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-06 for the Cooperative Agreement between the City of Inglewood and the JPA (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-07 for the Title VI Program (5-0)

City Council

The regularly scheduled City Council meeting for March 28, 2023, has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and Licenses Committee will consider four special event permits, including a Target store opening event, and four new business license requests, plus renewals for business and tobacco retailer licenses. All items are up for approval or denial.

• Target New Store Opening event on N. Market, April 2, 12-6 p.m.
• Free Document Shredding event on Grivellea and Manchester, three dates
• Easter Eggstravaganza at Edward Vincent Jr. Park, April 1
• Autism Acceptance Walk at Darby Park, April 30
• New business licenses: Prize Motorz, Caring Hearts Home Care, Holy Trinity parking lot, CarMax

Library Board

The Inglewood Library Board is holding a routine meeting with public comment periods, approval of the October 2022 minutes, a library update, and a Friends report. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from October 26, 2022
• Library update
• Friends report
• Public comments on agenda items and other matters

The Library Board meeting scheduled for March 22, 2023, was canceled due to a lack of quorum. No substantive decisions were made.

Parking & Traffic Commission

The Parking & Traffic Commission meeting originally scheduled for March 22, 2023 has been postponed. The next scheduled meeting date is April 26, 2023. No agenda items or decisions are listed for this meeting.

• Meeting postponed from March 22, 2023
• Next meeting scheduled for April 26, 2023

City Council

The City Council adopted the 2021-2029 Housing Element and approved a substantial amendment to the FY 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan for HOME-ARP funds. The council also authorized several service contracts and budget amendments for city infrastructure and senior services.

• Approved 2021-2029 Housing Element update and affirmed Categorical Exemption (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-72 amending FY 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan for HOME-ARP funds (4-0)
• Approved $2,376,643.36 in warrants and bills (4-0)
• Approved Agreement No. 23-157 with Yellow Cab not to exceed $300,000 and authorized $25,000 for outstanding invoices (4-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 21-117 with TRIO Community Meals for an additional amount not to exceed $795,600 (4-0)
• Approved $238,429.40 purchase of Advanced Traffic Controller cabinets and equipment (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-74 to add District Four Community Center Project to 2022-2023 CIP and transfer renovation funds (4-0)
• Authorized special rate adjustment for Republic Services and adopted Resolution No. 23-75 to increase Sanitation Fund (4-0)

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will consider recommending the City Manager approve a $29,400 agreement with Rosa Lowinger and Associates for conservation of Tom Van Sant's 'The Written Word' at the Inglewood Public Library. The commission will also hear presentations on the LA Phil/Beckmen YOLA Center and a quarterly report on Hollywood Park/SoFi Stadium public art, plus an update on the Inglewood Transit Connector Public Art Plan.

• Recommend approval of $29,400 contract with Rosa Lowinger and Associates for fine art conservation of 'The Written Word' at Inglewood Public Library
• Presentation by LA Phil/Beckmen YOLA Center Director Camille Delaney-McNeil
• Quarterly report on Hollywood Park/SoFi Stadium public art by Jason Witt
• Update on Inglewood Transit Connector Public Art Plan

The Arts Commission approved a recommendation for the City Manager to contract Rosa Lowinger and Associates for fine art conservation. The commission also received updates on the YOLA Beckman Center and public art projects at Hollywood Park/SoFi Stadium.

• Approved recommendation for $29,400 contract with Rosa Lowinger and Associates for maintenance of 'The Written Word' artwork (3-0)

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will hold a public hearing on a relocation plan for the Inglewood Transit Connector Project, and will also consider several contracts and payments, including for software, parking citations, police data services, and camera installations. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, warrants, and treasurer's reports, as well as a resolution ratifying an emergency proclamation for winter storms.

• Public hearing on Relocation Plan for Inglewood Transit Connector Project
• Approve $200,000 agreement with ETech Consulting for Accela software customization
• Authorize $366,256.76 payment to Passport Labs for parking citation services
• Approve $162,000 agreement with LexisNexis for Accurint Virtual Crime Center
• Award $383,148 contract to JCI Jones Chemicals for liquid chlorine supply

The City Council approved several vendor agreements for software, legal services, and equipment, including a contract for liquid chlorine supply. The Council also authorized a joint grant application for affordable housing and ratified an emergency proclamation regarding winter storms.

• Approved $4,381,722.69 and $4,468,952.33 in warrants and bills (5-0)
• Rejected personal injury claim by Royce Varela (5-0)
• Authorized payment to Nossaman, LLP not to exceed $50,194.50 (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 agreement with ETech Consulting, LLC (5-0)
• Authorized $366,256.76 payment to Passport Labs, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved agreement with LexisNexis and adopted Resolution No. 23-67 to amend budget (5-0)
• Authorized $6,289.79 payment to Leverage Information Systems (5-0)
• Awarded $383,148 contract to JCI Jones Chemicals, Inc. (5-0)

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and Licenses Committee will consider approval or denial of three special event permits, three new business licenses, a list of business license renewals, and two tobacco retailer license renewals. The agenda is routine, with no major policy decisions.

• Special event permit for 400 Centinela Dinner Event at 400 Centinela Ave on March 11
• Special event permit for Tree Planting Event at Edward Vincent Jr. Park, 700 Warren Ln on March 22
• Special event permit for LAX Ammo Parking Lot Sale at 234 Hindry Ave, March 24-26
• New business licenses: Nuevo Ilobasco restaurant (518 W. Arbor Vitae St.), PMG & CO used auto dealership (1210 S. La Brea Ave.), Take The Wheel Auto Sales (10302 Hawthorne Blvd.)
• Renewals for 17 businesses and 2 tobacco retailers

City Council

The regularly scheduled City Council meeting for March 7, 2023, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Park & Recreation Commission

The Park and Recreation Commission will consider recommending approval of a $2.4 million contract amendment with TRIO Community Meals to provide meals for the Senior Nutrition Program. The amendment extends the agreement by one year with an option for an additional year. The commission will also receive verbal updates on parks maintenance, recreation programs, and senior services.

• Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 21-117 with Bateman Community Living, LLC dba TRIO Community Meals for $795,600 annually, total $2,386,800
• Staff report recommending approval of the contract amendment for the Senior Nutrition Program
• Verbal reports on park maintenance, graffiti abatement, youth baseball, Easter Extravaganza, and STEM Fest
• Update on Measure A Community Input Meeting and Capital Improvement Plan

The Park and Recreation Commission approved a recommendation to extend a food services agreement for the Senior Nutrition Program. Staff also provided updates on youth sports, park maintenance, and senior center programming.

• Approved Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 21-117 with Bateman Community Living, LLC (dba TRIO Community Meals) to extend the term by one year for an annual amount not to exceed $795,600 (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Inglewood Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special use permit for a 75-foot wireless telecommunications facility (mono-palm) at 3111 West Century Boulevard, with a preliminary recommendation to approve it subject to 20 conditions. The commission will also review a playground canopy installation in North Park and receive an overview report on fast food regulations. A separate hearing on a self-storage facility at 3846 West Century Boulevard has been postponed to April 5, 2023.

• Public hearing on Special Use Permit SP-2022-010 for a 75-foot mono-palm cell tower at 3111 W Century Blvd
• Preliminary recommendation to approve SP-2022-010 with 20 conditions
• Non-public hearing on PCR 2022-003 for a new playground canopy in North Park (2.3-acre site)
• Overview report on Fast Food Regulations for future ordinance
• Self-storage facility hearing (SP-2022-011) postponed to April 5, 2023

The Planning Commission approved a special use permit for a 75-foot wireless telecommunications facility and the installation of a new playground canopy at North Park. The commission also reviewed a staff report on fast food regulations, though no formal action was taken on the matter.

• Approved Special Use Permit SP-2022-010 for a 75-foot wireless facility at 3111 West Century Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved PCR-2023-002 to install one playground canopy at North Park (5-0)
• Approved January 23, 2023 Special Planning Commission Minutes (5-0)
• Approved February 1, 2023 Planning Commission Minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission

This is a procedural agenda with only one substantive item, 6A, for which the staff report and plans have been amended. No details on the content of the item are provided in the agenda text.

• Item 6A — Amended Staff Report
• Item 6A — Amended Plans

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will hold public hearings on the 2021-2029 Housing Element and a military equipment use policy, and consider consent items including contracts, payments, and claims. The agenda also includes a $1.5 million amendment to a special counsel legal services agreement and a budget review report.

• Public hearing on 2021-2029 Housing Element (General Plan Amendment 2023-001)
• Public hearing on Police Department Policy 709 (Military Equipment) and Ordinance No. 23-08
• Amendment to Agreement No. 22-263 with Kane Ballmer & Berkman, increasing compensation by $1,050,000 to $1,500,000
• Contract award to AC Pros, Inc. for Fire Station No. 171 HVAC Upgrade, not to exceed $404,160
• Reject claims and authorize payments for various pothole, SoFi Stadium, and other incidents

Library Board

The Library Board will hold a call-in meeting to discuss library updates and receive reports from the Friends group. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the October 26, 2022, meeting.

• Approval of October 26, 2022, meeting minutes
• Library update report
• Friends report

The Library Board meeting scheduled for February 22, 2023, was canceled due to a lack of quorum. No substantive decisions were made.

City Council

The regularly scheduled City Council meeting on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Arts Commission

The Inglewood Arts Commission is meeting to discuss public art projects, including conservation of The Written Word, a refined proposal from Pontus Willfors for IGAP 2022, and services for the IGAP 2023 concert. They will also hear public comments and consider grant opportunities for local artists and nonprofits.

• The Written Word Public Art Conservation
• IGAP 2022: Refined proposal from Pontus Willfors
• IGAP 2023 Public Art Concert Services
• Arts Long Beach grants: $30,000 for nonprofits (due March 6), $50,000 for artists (due May 1)
• Center for Creative Initiatives: $7,500 Artist/Administrator grant (due May 1)

The Arts Commission approved the minutes from two previous meetings. The commission received verbal reports on the Written Word column art conservation and the 'Roots' sculpture for the Senior Center.

• Approved September 28, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update, a state-required plan for housing development. The council will also vote on several contracts, including a $537,900 construction contract for the Vincent Park Restroom Project and payments for security and other services. Closed session items include pending litigation and workers' compensation claims.

• Public hearing on 2021-2029 Housing Element Update (General Plan Amendment 2023-001)
• Award contract to GA Builders, LLC for Vincent Park Restroom Project Phase 2, not to exceed $537,900
• Authorize payment of $35,585 to Black Knight Patrol, Inc. for security services
• Reject all bids for Morningside Park Library Renovation (Bid No. 0154)
• Introduce ordinance on Inglewood Police Department Policy 709 – Military Equipment

The City Council approved financing proceedings and capital expenditure intent for the renovation and seismic retrofit of the Inglewood Main Library. Other actions included awarding a restroom project contract and approving several worker's compensation claims.

• Adopted Resolution No. 23-60 to begin financing for Inglewood Main Library renovation and seismic retrofit
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-61 regarding capital expenditures for Inglewood Main Library
• Awarded $537,900 contract to GA Builders, LLC for Vincent Park Restroom Project Phase 2
• Approved $4,495,213.95 in warrants and bills (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for the Morningside Park Library Project and authorized rebidding
• Rejected personal injury and vehicle damage claims from Leticia Hernandez De Gonzalez, Ivannia Moctezuma, and Anthony Rodriguez
• Approved worker's compensation claims for Reginald Blaylock, Paul Devlin, Salman Nazir, and David Villamil
• Introduced Ordinance No. 23-08 regarding military equipment use policy; public hearing set for Feb 28

Joint Powers Authority - ITC Project

The Inglewood Transit Connector Joint Powers Authority will receive monthly project updates, an oral presentation on procurement, an overview of the relocation plan, and a public art program overview. The board will also vote on Resolution 23-05 to approve a public officials liability insurance policy. No major decisions or votes on the transit project itself are on the agenda.

• Monthly update on the Inglewood Transit Connector Project
• Oral presentation on the project procurement process
• Overview of the relocation plan for the project
• Overview of the Inglewood Transit Connector Public Art Program
• Approval of Resolution 23-05 for a public officials liability insurance policy

The Inglewood Transit Connector Joint Powers Authority approved a liability insurance policy for public officials. The board also authorized virtual meetings under AB 361 and adopted the minutes from the January 11, 2023 meeting.

• Adopted Resolution No. 23-04 authorizing virtual board meetings under AB 361 (4-3)
• Approved minutes from the January 11, 2023 meeting (4-3)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-05 approving Public Officials Liability Insurance Policy (5-2)

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will hold a public hearing on amending the Master Fee Schedule to reflect an 8% CPI increase, and will consider several consent items including grant funds for police and homeless services. The council will also vote to extend teleconferenced meetings through February 28, 2023, and receive various reports.

• Public hearing on 8% CPI increase to Master Fee Schedule
• Approve MOU with CA DOJ for $245,346 State Tobacco Grant
• Accept $164,459 COPS funds and approve $181,471.54 in equipment purchases
• Approve $125,000 agreement with Catholic Charities for Homeless Coordinator Program
• Adopt resolution for Measure W funds for Edward Vincent Jr. Park Stormwater Project

The City Council approved over $3.6 million in warrants and bills and accepted several state grants for tobacco prevention, public safety, and homeless services. The Council also authorized the continued use of teleconferencing for public meetings through February 28, 2023. A public hearing regarding the Master Fee Schedule was continued to April 4, 2023.

• Approved payment of warrants and bills totaling $3,675,944.90 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-53 to continue public meetings via teleconference through February 28, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved MOU Agreement No. 23-123 and Resolution No. 23-54 to accept $245,346 in State Tobacco Grant Funds (5-0)
• Accepted COPS grant funds of $164,459 and authorized $181,471.54 for police uniforms and equipment (5-0)
• Approved Agreement No. 23-124 and Resolution No. 23-56 for the Homeless Coordinator Program grant of $125,000 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-57 to create a revenue account for Measure W Regional Program funds for the Edward Vincent, Jr Park Stormwater Improvement Project (5-0)
• Approved the Inglewood Transit Connector (ITC) Joint Powers Authority Conflict-of-Interest-Code (5-0)
• Continued public hearing on amending the Master Fee Schedule to April 4, 2023

Park & Recreation Commission

The Park and Recreation Commission will consider recommending that the Mayor and Council approve a two-year, $150,000-per-year subsidized taxi contract for elderly and disabled residents, plus up to $25,000 in outstanding invoices. They will also consider recommending a $489,000 contract for the Vincent Park Restroom Project Phase 2, with a $48,900 contingency, and a $630,000 agreement for the Darby Park Restroom Project with a corrected liquidated damages clause. The meeting includes approval of minutes from August and November 2022 and verbal updates on parks, recreation, and human services activities.

• Recommend approval of $150,000/year taxi contract with Yellow Cab for elderly/disabled services through February 2025
• Recommend $489,000 contract for Vincent Park Restroom Project Phase 2 plus $48,900 contingency
• Recommend $630,000 agreement with Doja, Inc. for Darby Park Restroom Project with corrected liquidated damages
• Authorize up to $25,000 in outstanding taxi service invoices from March 2022 to February 2023
• Approval of minutes from August 4, 2022 and November 3, 2022 meetings

The Commission approved recommendations for the Mayor and Council to award contracts for restroom projects at Vincent and Darby Parks. It also recommended a two-year agreement for subsidized taxi services for elderly and disabled residents.

• Approved recommendation for $150,000 annual taxi service contract with Administrative Services Cooperative, Inc. dba Yellow Cab (4-0)
• Approved recommendation to pay outstanding taxi service invoices up to $25,000 (4-0)
• Approved recommendation to award Vincent Park Restroom Project Phase 2 to GA Builders, LLC for a total cost of $537,900 (4-0)
• Approved recommendation to award Darby Park Restroom Project to Doja, Inc. for a total cost of $693,000 (4-0)
• Approved August 4, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved November 3, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Inglewood Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special use permit for a 70,000 square-foot addition to an existing self-storage facility, and will also review several design proposals including a new 20-unit apartment building, a roof deck, and a mural. The meeting includes public comment opportunities and a Q&A with traffic and parking divisions.

• Special Use Permit for 70,000 sq ft addition to 157,000 sq ft self-storage at 937-959 W Hyde Park Blvd
• Design Review for 5-story, 20-unit residential building at 3209 Imperial Hwy
• Design Review for 536 sq ft roof deck at 214 S Locust St
• Design Review for mural and graphics at 913 Prairie Ave
• Q&A with Inglewood Traffic and Parking Divisions

The Commission approved a 20-unit affordable rental building and two design reviews for commercial properties. A request for a self-storage facility expansion was effectively denied after a motion to approve it failed to receive a second.

• Approved 20-unit multi-family residential building at 3209 Imperial Highway (5-0)
• Approved roof deck and shade canopy at 214 South Locust Street (5-0)
• Approved mural and graphics at 913 Prairie Avenue (5-0)
• Denied expansion of self-storage facility at 937-959 West Hyde Park Boulevard (Motion died)
• Approved January 11, 2023 Special Planning Commission Minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will hold a closed session on pending litigation, then an open session covering consent items, departmental reports, and public hearings. Key actions include adopting a zoning code amendment, setting a public hearing for the 2021-2029 Housing Element, and approving contracts for police uniforms and a reservoir feasibility study.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 23-07 (ZCA 2022-005) modifying residential accessory structures, downtown development standards, cosmetology schools, liquor store references, signage, and floor area definition
• Set public hearing for Feb 14, 2023 on General Plan Amendment 2023-001 (2021-2029 Housing Element)
• Set public hearing for Mar 14, 2023 on Relocation Plan for Inglewood Transit Connector Project
• Approve two-year agreement with Galls, LLC for police uniforms, not to exceed $110,000 per year
• Award contract to Ardurra Group, Inc. for reservoir feasibility study, not to exceed $85,076.20

The City Council approved Ordinance No. 23-07 to modify various zoning regulations and adopted a new Affordable Housing Waiting List Policy Manual. The council also authorized several vendor payments and awarded a contract for a reservoir feasibility study.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 23-07 to modify zoning regulations for accessory structures, cosmetology schools, and liquor stores
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-52 approving the Affordable Housing Waiting List Policy Manual
• Approved $5,087,331.98 in warrants and bills (4-0)
• Awarded Ardurra Group, Inc. a contract not to exceed $85,067.20 for the New Morningside Reservoir Design Project feasibility study
• Approved two-year agreement with Galls, LLC for uniforms and supplies not to exceed $110,000 per fiscal year
• Authorized payments to Performance Truck Repair, Inc. ($12,209.86) and RoboteX, Inc. ($3,582.83)
• Approved Third Amendment to Agreement No. 20-031 to admit the City of Bell to the California Cities Gaming Authority
• Rejected claims from Jose Vazquez and Eddy Delacruz

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and Licenses Committee will hold a special meeting to consider one permit request: Teresa Estrada, doing business as City of Inglewood, seeks approval to host a Dodgers Health and Wellness Workshop at Darby Park, 3400 W. Arbor Vitae St., on February 1, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The committee will also approve minutes from the January 5, 2023 special meeting. Public comments will be taken on agenda items and other city business.

• Permit request for Dodgers Health and Wellness Workshop at 3400 W. Arbor Vitae St. (Darby Park) on Feb. 1, 2023, 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
• Approval of minutes from the January 5, 2023 special meeting

Permits & License Committee

The Permits and Licenses Committee will consider approval or denial of one permit request, three new business license requests, and renewal lists for business and tobacco retailer licenses. The agenda is routine, with no major policy decisions.

• Permit for Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles annual cookie event, Jan 29-Apr 30, 2023
• New business license for Mont Blac Executive Car Service (limousine) at 800 S. La Brea Ave.
• New business license for Nuevo Ilobasco (restaurant) at 518 W. Arbor Vitae St.
• Renewal of 16 business licenses including ice cream trucks, salons, and guard services
• Renewal of 19 tobacco retailer licenses including liquor stores and service stations

Parking & Traffic Commission

The Parking and Traffic Commission will consider a resolution to terminate the Residential Permit Parking Program for 82nd Place between 8th Avenue and Park Circle, based on a resident petition and vote. The meeting also includes a public hearing on amending the permit parking program on 95th Street between 8th and 6th Avenues, and approval of October 2022 minutes.

• Resolution to terminate Residential Permit Parking Program for 82nd Place between 8th Avenue and Park Circle (District 7B)
• Public hearing to amend Residential Permit Parking Program on 95th Street between 8th Ave and 6th Ave
• Approval of October 2022 meeting minutes
• Resolution items for 74th Place, 75th Place, West Boulevard, and 6th Avenue (no details provided)

City Council

The Inglewood City Council will vote on a $1.2 million contract for building plan check and inspection services and hold a public hearing on zoning code amendments. The meeting also includes approval of a police department lease at SoFi Stadium and the establishment of a public art program funded by Measure R.

• Approve three-year professional services agreements totaling up to $1,200,000 for building plan check and inspection consulting.
• Public hearing to introduce Zoning Code Amendment 2022-005 regarding Residential Accessory Structures and Downtown standards.
• Approve a Retail Center Lease with Hollywood Park Retail/Commercial Investors, LLC for space within SoFi Stadium, including a $226,216.98 reimbursement agreement.
• Establish the Inglewood Transit Connector Public Art Program with a budget of $200,000 from Measure R Funds.
• Approve an agreement with Southern California Edison for a Method of Service Study for the ITC Project, including a $100,000 deposit.

The City Council introduced Ordinance No. 23-07 to modify zoning regulations and approved a lease and reimbursement agreement for police operations at SoFi Stadium. The council also authorized several professional service agreements and established a public art program for the Inglewood Transit Connector.

• Appointed Council Member Morales as Mayor Pro Tem (4-0)
• Approved $6,456,691.71 in warrants and bills (3-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 23-07 to modify zoning code regulations (4-0)
• Rejected claims from Dianna Bright, Tandra Ybarra, and Marvin McCoy (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-46 authorizing the Mayor to sign California Form 602 (4-0)
• Approved $1.2M professional services Agreement No. 23-108 for building plan check and inspection (4-0)
• Approved $1 annual lease and $226,216.98 reimbursement agreement with HPRCI for SoFi Stadium space (4-0)
• Approved $200,000 for the Inglewood Transit Connector Public Art Program (4-0)