Culver City public meetings in 2025
185 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee
The MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee will consider drafting a biannual report to the City Council summarizing accomplishments from July through December 2025 and plans for 2026. They will also receive and file a marketing poster and outreach plan for the 2026 MLK Jr. Celebration, approve food vendors for the event, and approve the event's run of show. Other action items include approving voting rights informational display boards and a volunteer engagement activity.
- Approval of 2026 regular meeting dates
- Approval of food vendors for 2026 MLK Jr. Celebration as recommended by subcommittee
- Approve run of show for 2026 MLK Jr. Celebration with adjustments
- Approval of History and Education Ad Hoc Subcommittee's voting rights informational display boards
- Approve a volunteer engagement activity from proposals
ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS
The Advisory Committee on Housing and Homelessness will review its accomplishments from July to December 2025 and propose activities for January to June 2026. The committee will also receive an update on the city's Pro-Housing Designation application. The minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting are up for approval.
- Approval of minutes from the November 18, 2025 regular meeting
- Review of biannual accomplishments (July-December 2025) and proposal of activities for January-June 2026
- Update on the Pro-Housing Designation application
CULTURAL AFFAIRS COMMISSION
The Cultural Affairs Commission will consider recommending CVL Economics + MIG as the consultant for the Community Cultural Equity Plan and authorize a professional services agreement. The commission will also review recommendations for 2026 Performing Arts Grant Program awards and approve a biannual report to the City Council covering July–December 2025 accomplishments and January–June 2026 plans. Consent items include approval of minutes from September and October 2025 meetings.
- Recommendation to City Council to select CVL Economics + MIG for the Community Cultural Equity Plan and authorize a professional services agreement
- Consideration of 2026 Performing Arts Grant Program awards based on ad hoc subcommittee recommendations
- Review and authorization of a biannual report to City Council (July–December 2025 accomplishments and January–June 2026 plans)
- Approval of minutes from the regular meetings of September 16, 2025 and October 21, 2025
DISABILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Disability Advisory Committee will consider drafting its biannual report to the City Council covering July–December 2025 accomplishments and plans for January–June 2026, and may authorize its transmittal and select a member to deliver an update. Other action items include receiving a report on Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department programming for Disability Awareness Month, approving a thank-you letter to the Culver City Rotary Club, and filing updates from ad hoc subcommittees and the 2026 meeting calendar. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from October 8, 2025, and public comment periods.
- Drafting and possible transmittal of a biannual report to the City Council for July–December 2025 and January–June 2026
- Receipt and filing of a report on PRCS programming for Disability Awareness Month
- Approval of a thank-you letter to the Culver City Rotary Club
- Receipt and filing of updates from ad hoc subcommittees
- Receipt and filing of the 2026 meeting calendar and upcoming agenda items list
Cultural Affairs Commission Public Art Subcommittee
The subcommittee will approve minutes from the August 25, 2025 meeting and consider a request to approve the Architecture as Art proposal at 9814 Washington Boulevard submitted by Brooks + Scarpa for Rethink Culver, LLC. The body will discuss the proposal, decide whether to refer it to a professional panel, and determine next steps in the approval process.
- Approve minutes of the August 25, 2025 Public Art Subcommittee meeting (Item 26‑2511).
- Consider Architecture as Art proposal at 9814 Washington Boulevard (Item 26‑2991).
- Discuss and comment on the proposal as appropriate.
- Potentially advance the proposal to a professional panel per Public Art Ordinance #2013‑003.
- Determine final steps to complete approval with the Cultural Affairs Commission.
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council will consider the appointment of Odis Jones as City Manager and approve an associated employment agreement. The body will also elect a Mayor and Vice Mayor for a 12-month term.
- Appointment of Odis Jones as City Manager and approval of executive employment agreement
- Election of Mayor and Vice Mayor for a 12-month term
- Reclassification of Pool Manager position to regular part-time with benefits
- Approval of salary schedules for City Attorney, City Manager, and non-benefited employees
- Approval of cash disbursements for November 1, 2025 to November 28, 2025
Standing Governance Subcommittee
The Standing Governance Subcommittee will discuss and potentially provide direction on three action items: reconsidering a recommendation to consolidate public comment at City Council meetings, potential campaign finance reforms, and a democracy voucher program with public matching funds. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from October 8, 2025, and public comment periods.
- Reconsideration of recommendation to consolidate public comment at City Council meetings
- Discussion of potential Culver City campaign finance reforms
- Discussion of a Democracy Voucher Program and Public Matching Funds Program
- Approval of minutes from the October 8, 2025 subcommittee meeting
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
The commission will decide on revised recruitment bulletins for Case Manager and Mental Health Specialist, and a new bulletin for Accounting Supervisor. It will also discuss and approve a draft written report to City Council on the commission's accomplishments. Consent items include approval of meeting minutes and extension of an eligible list for Facilities Maintenance Crew Leader.
- Approval of minutes for regular meeting of Nov. 5, 2025, and special meetings of Oct. 20 and Oct. 21, 2025
- Extension of eligible list for Facilities Maintenance Crew Leader
- Approval of revised recruitment bulletins for Case Manager and Mental Health Specialist
- Approval of new recruitment bulletin for Accounting Supervisor
- Discussion and approval of draft written report to City Council on Civil Service Commission accomplishments
PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will receive and file reports on Disability Awareness Month programming and the department's FY 2025/2026 adopted budget, and may select a commissioner to draft a letter to the City Council with budget adjustment recommendations for FY 2026/2027. The commission will also draft its biannual report to the City Council covering accomplishments through December 2025 and its 2026 planned activities. Additionally, the commission will receive updates from ad hoc subcommittees and approve its 2026 meeting calendar and upcoming agenda items.
- Receipt and filing of report on Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department programming for Disability Awareness Month
- Consideration of selecting a commissioner to draft a letter to City Council with FY 2026/2027 budget adjustment recommendations
- Drafting and authorization of transmittal of the commission's biannual report to City Council (July–December 2025 accomplishments and 2026 scheduled activities)
- Updates from ad hoc subcommittees and representative appointees to outside associations and city committees
- Approval of the commission's 2026 meeting calendar and upcoming agenda items list
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council will meet in closed session at 5:30 PM to discuss the appointment of a city manager and anticipated litigation. In regular session, the council will consider consent items including a $230,000 professional services agreement with the Center for New Democratic Processes to conduct a civic assembly, and a $60,000 purchase order to replace a non-functioning pool heater at the Municipal Plunge.
- Closed session to interview and appoint a city manager
- Closed session to discuss initiation of litigation (2 items)
- Consent item: $230,000 agreement with Center for New Democratic Processes for a civic assembly
- Consent item: $60,000 purchase order to replace pool heater at the Municipal Plunge
- Waiver of competitive bidding for pool heater procurement
Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee will receive and discuss reports on several projects, including the operation of robotic delivery devices approved by City Council, updates on the Better Overland Project, and the Safer Fox Hills Project. The committee will also consider approval of minutes from the September 25, 2025 meeting. Public comment is invited on both agenda and non-agenda items.
- Discuss City Council's approval of robotic delivery devices in Culver City (Item 26-283A-1)
- Receive update on the Better Overland Project (Item 26-276A-2)
- Receive update on the Safer Fox Hills Project (Item 26-277A-3)
- Approval of minutes from September 25, 2025 meeting (Consent Item 26-282C-1)
Standing Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee
The Standing Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee will discuss the city’s local housing priorities in response to the Los Angeles County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency (LACAHSA) Production, Preservation, and Ownership Notice of Funding Availability. Staff will receive direction on how to align the city’s housing production, preservation, and ownership efforts with the upcoming funding. No other agenda items are listed.
- 26-284A-1: Discussion and direction to staff on city housing priorities for LACAHSA Production, Preservation, and Ownership Notice of Funding Availability
Standing Mobility Subcommittee
The Standing Mobility Subcommittee will review presentations on parking maximums and the Police Department's automated red-light traffic enforcement program. The body will also receive updates on the Safer Fox Hills and Better Overland projects.
- Discussion of parking maximums and case studies
- Review of Police Department's automated red-light traffic enforcement and SB 720 'Safer Street Program'
- Update and discussion on the Safer Fox Hills project
- Update and discussion on the Better Overland project
- Approval of minutes from the August 20, 2025 special meeting
MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee
This regular meeting of the MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee has been cancelled. No business will be conducted. The notice of cancellation is attached to the agenda.
- Meeting cancelled; no items will be discussed or decided
ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS
The Advisory Committee on Housing and Homelessness will review a homeless plan update and a Prohousing designation presentation. The committee is tasked with recommending eligible activities and grant funding opportunities related to the Prohousing designation.
- Presentation of homeless plan update implementation schedules, scope of work, and public outreach strategy by Jennifer Cree Swan & Associates
- Presentation of Prohousing designation by the Planning and Development Department
- Discussion and recommendation of eligible uses and activities under a Prohousing designation
- Discussion and recommendation of grant funding opportunities under the Prohousing designation
- Approval of October 21, 2025 meeting minutes
CULTURAL AFFAIRS COMMISSION
The scheduled Cultural Affairs Commission regular meeting for November 18, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were presented, and no decisions or discussions will occur at this time.
Standing Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee
The subcommittee will hear presentations and discuss several housing and homelessness programs, including an eviction defense and renters protection program from Santa Monica, a housing update from the Planning & Development Department, a Stay Housed LA presentation, and a Better Angels homelessness prevention program. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.
- Approve minutes of the October 7, 2025 special meeting
- Eviction Defense and Renters Protection Program presentation by City of Santa Monica staff
- Housing update from Planning & Development Department
- Stay Housed LA presentation by Marina Flores and Barbara Schultz
- Better Angels: Homelessness Prevention and Services Program presentation by Elizabeth Birks, Cesillia Mixco, and Elissa Unton
FINANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Finance Advisory Committee will vote on approving the Measure CC and Measure C sales tax status report for Q4 FY25 and the Real Property Transfer Tax status report for Q1 FY26 for transmittal to the City Council. The committee will also receive reports from ad hoc subcommittees on assets, structural revenue, affordable housing, contingency reserve, and government efficiency, and discuss the agenda for the next meeting.
- Approval of Measure CC and Measure C Sales Tax Status Report (FY25 Q4) for transmittal to City Council
- Approval of Real Property Transfer Tax Status Report (FY26 Q1) for transmittal to City Council
- Receive reports from Assets, Structural Revenue Review, Affordable Housing, Contingency Reserve, and 2026 Government Efficiency Ad Hoc Subcommittees
- Discussion of upcoming December 10, 2025 meeting agenda
- Approval of minutes from September 10, 2025 meeting
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several major development proposals, including a 1,077-unit mixed-use project at 5757 Uplander Way, a 147-room hotel at 11469 Jefferson Boulevard, and two city-initiated zoning code amendments related to accessory dwelling units and housing element implementation. The commission will also receive an update on the Hayden Tract Specific Plan.
- Public hearing on site plan review for a 1,077-unit mixed-use project with 5,772 sq ft of commercial space at 5757 Uplander Way
- Public hearing on a 147-room hotel with ground-floor restaurant spaces at 11469 Jefferson Boulevard
- Public hearing on zoning amendment to permit ADUs in qualified lot subdivisions and remove owner-occupancy requirements for junior ADUs
- Public hearing on zoning amendment to implement the 2021-2029 Housing Element
- Action item on update and discussion of the Hayden Tract Specific Plan
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council will hold a closed session at 5:30 PM to discuss anticipated litigation, existing litigation (David Grant Price v. City of Culver City), and the appointment of a city manager. At 7:00 PM, they will recognize several proclamations and receive presentations, including an update on the Homeless Dashboard Version 2.0. The consent calendar includes a resolution urging the United States to support a Plant Based Treaty, along with educational outreach and language on event permits.
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation and existing litigation (David Grant Price v. City of Culver City, Case No. 24SMCV05721)
- Closed session: public employment appointment for city manager
- Proclamations for Movember, Veterans Day, World Kindness Day, Transgender Day of Remembrance, Small Business Saturday, and 30th anniversary of AVPA at Culver City High School
- Presentation: Homeless Dashboard Version 2.0 update
- Consent item: Resolution urging US support for Plant Based Treaty, authorization for educational outreach, and inclusion of plant-based food language on special event permits and facility reservations
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
The Civil Service Commission will hold a regular meeting with routine personnel actions. The agenda includes a closed session to deliberate on an appeal of an employee grievance decision, as well as approval of a new recruitment bulletin for Assistant Engineer and an extension of the eligible list for Police Records Manager.
- Closed session under Government Code Section 54597(b) to deliberate on an appeal of an employee grievance decision
- Approval of new recruitment bulletin for Assistant Engineer
- Extension of eligible list for Police Records Manager
PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The commission will hear an update on park land in lieu and impact fees, and consider forming an ad hoc subcommittee for naming and renaming minor facilities. Other action items include receiving a report on Fiesta La Ballona and approving the 2026 meeting calendar. The consent calendar includes approval of the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes.
- Update on park land in lieu and impact fees (26-203I-1)
- Receipt and filing of report on Fiesta La Ballona (26-204A-1)
- Consideration of forming a naming/renaming minor facilities ad hoc subcommittee and appointing members (26-206A-2)
- Receipt of updates from existing ad hoc subcommittees and representative appointees (26-205A-3)
- Approval of 2026 meeting calendar (26-195A-4)
City Council Meeting Agenda
This is a special closed session meeting of the Culver City Council. The only agenda item is a discussion regarding the appointment of a city manager, held in closed session pursuant to Government Code Section 54957(b). No other business will be conducted in open session.
- Closed session discussion of public employee appointment: City Manager (Gov. Code §54957(b))
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council is holding a Special Closed Session meeting. The body will consider the appointment of a City Manager.
- Closed session discussion regarding the appointment of the City Manager
Standing City Council Public Safety Subcommittee
The Standing City Council Police Subcommittee will discuss and make recommendations on its meeting schedule, chair selection, and work plan. It will also review the Culver City Police Department's Military Equipment Annual Report (2024-2025) under Assembly Bill 481 and receive community input. Additionally, the subcommittee will consider the Police Department's 2024 Racial & Identity Profiling Act (RIPA) report and provide recommendations to the Chief of Police.
- Discussion and recommendation on subcommittee meeting schedule, format, selection of chair, and guidelines
- Discussion and recommendations on subcommittee's work plan
- Review of Culver City Police Department Military Equipment Annual Report (2024-2025) per AB 481
- Community input on military equipment funding, acquisition, or use
- Receipt and discussion of Police Department's annual 2024 RIPA report
EQUITY & HUMAN RELATIONS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The October 28, 2025 regular meeting of the Equity & Human Relations Advisory Committee has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
- Notice of meeting cancellation (26-198)
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council will receive an update on the homelessness emergency, including Project HomeKey and safe camping. The body is also considering several service agreements for city infrastructure and wastewater equipment repairs.
- Five-year agreement with Multi W Systems, Inc. for wastewater pump repairs (up to $100,000 annually; $500,000 total)
- Five-year agreement with Powers Brothers Machines, Inc. for wastewater pump repairs (up to $55,000 annually; $275,000 total)
- Approval of final plans and bid notice for the Overland High Friction Surface Treatment Project (CIP No. PS027)
- Update on homelessness emergency, Project HomeKey, and safe camping programs
- Closed session conferences regarding litigation: Quarker, Treasure v. City of Culver City and a workers' compensation claim
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two major developments: a 147-room hotel at 11469 Jefferson Boulevard and a mixed-use project with 846 residential units and 11,406 sq ft of commercial space at 6201-6299 Bristol Parkway. The commission will also consider approving draft meeting minutes from August 27, 2025. Both hearings involve CEQA environmental review and site plan approvals.
- Public hearing for 147-room hotel with ground-floor restaurant at 11469 Jefferson Boulevard (P2024-0246-SPR/AUP)
- Public hearing for 846-unit mixed-use project with 11,406 sq ft commercial space at 6201-6299 Bristol Parkway (P2025-0050-SPR/TTM)
- Approval of draft Planning Commission minutes from August 27, 2025
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
This is a procedural agenda—the commission's October 20 meeting was adjourned to October 21. No items for decision or discussion are listed.
ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS
The Advisory Committee on Housing and Homelessness will receive a presentation on the Jubilo Village Project by the Community Corporation of Santa Monica, consider approving minutes from August and September 2025, and hold a discussion on a housing update from the Planning and Development Department.
- Presentation of the Jubilo Village Project by CCSM Executive Director Tara Baruska and Director Simon Fraser
- Approval of minutes for August 19, 2025, and September 16, 2025
- Discussion of a Planning and Development Department housing update
EQUITY & HUMAN RELATIONS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Equity & Human Relations Advisory Committee will debrief on a bystander intervention training event for the immigrant community. The body will also review reports and recommendations for future community conversations and evaluate the status of its ad hoc subcommittees.
- Debrief of 'Supporting the Immigrant Community: A Community Conversation and Bystander Intervention Training' event
- Review and potential approval of recommendations from the February 2026 Community Conversations Ad Hoc Subcommittee
- Discussion regarding a potential transgender-related presentation
- Review and potential dissolution of existing ad hoc subcommittees
- Appointment of members to new ad hoc subcommittees
CULTURAL AFFAIRS COMMISSION
The Cultural Affairs Commission will hear a presentation from Artist Laureate Victoria Marks and then take action on appointing a Vice Chair, creating a new ad hoc Historic Preservation Subcommittee for FY 2025-2026, and assigning commissioners to fill vacancies on several existing subcommittees.
- Presentation by Artist Laureate Victoria Marks
- Appointment of Vice Chair
- Creation of ad hoc FY 2025-2026 Historic Preservation Subcommittee
- Filling vacancies on Artist Laureate, Performing Arts Grant, Communications & Outreach, Creative Economy & Cultural Plan, and 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games/Cultural Olympiad subcommittees
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
The Civil Service Commission will hold a special meeting to conduct a closed session. The body is scheduled to hear an appeal regarding an employee grievance decision.
- Closed session to hear an appeal of an employee grievance decision pursuant to Government Code Section 54597(b)
Standing Economic Development Subcommittee
This meeting of the Standing Economic Development Subcommittee will receive public comment and discuss one action item: a discussion of Culver City brand and tagline options. No other substantive decisions or proposals are on the agenda.
- Discussion of Culver City brand and tagline options (Item 26-128)
MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee
The MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee is meeting to plan the 2026 MLK Jr. event and review the 2025 Juneteenth celebration. The body will decide on budget allocations and the event's run of show.
- Approval of the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration 2026 budget allocation
- Approval of the draft run of show for the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration event 2026
- Receipt and filing of a report recapping the Juneteenth 2025 celebration
- Receipt and filing of updates from ad hoc subcommittees
- Review of the 2025/2026 meeting calendar and upcoming agenda items list
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council will meet in regular session at 7:00 PM following a closed session at 3:00 PM to discuss the appointment of a city manager, labor negotiations with employee groups, and anticipated litigation. The open session includes recognition presentations and a consent calendar item approving cash disbursements. No major public actions are scheduled beyond routine approvals.
- Closed session: public employee appointment for city manager
- Closed session: conference with labor negotiators for multiple employee associations
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (1 item)
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation (Culver City Coalition v. City of Culver City, Case No. 25SMCV03559)
- Consent calendar: approval of cash disbursements for September 20 to October 3, 2025
Standing Sustainability Subcommittee
The Standing Sustainability Subcommittee will receive reports on current stormwater projects and a native vegetation model legislation proposal from Westwood Greenway, Inc. The body will also review a presentation on new sustainability tools.
- Discussion of current stormwater projects
- Review of Westwood Greenway, Inc.’s Right to Native Vegetation model legislation
- Presentation of new sustainability tools
- Approval of June 5, 2025, meeting minutes
Standing Governance Subcommittee
The Standing Governance Subcommittee will discuss democracy vouchers as a potential campaign finance reform and may issue a recommendation to the City Council. The subcommittee also will consider approving minutes from its August 6, 2025 meeting. This is a regular hybrid meeting with public comment periods for items not on the agenda.
- Discussion of democracy vouchers (campaign finance reform)
- Potential recommendation to the City Council
- Approval of minutes from August 6, 2025
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Receipt of correspondence
DISABILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Disability Advisory Committee will consider approving thank-you letters to organizations that supported 2025 Disability Awareness Month. The agenda also includes approval of meeting minutes from August and September, receipt of ad hoc subcommittee updates, and filing of the 2025/2026 meeting calendar and upcoming agenda items list. Public comment periods are scheduled for items not on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from August 13, 2025 regular meeting
- Approval of minutes from September 17, 2025 regular meeting
- Approval and transmittal of thank-you letters to Culver City Exchange Club, Girl Scouts, Library, and Senior Citizens Association
- Receipt and filing of updates from ad hoc subcommittees
- Receipt and filing of 2025/2026 meeting calendar and upcoming agenda items list
Standing Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee
The Standing Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee will review proposed changes to rent control and tenant protection ordinances. The body will also discuss eviction thresholds, algorithmic rent setting, and the establishment of a right to counsel for tenants.
- Proposed changes to CCMC 15.09.200 Rent Control and CCMC 15.09.300 Tenant Protections
- Discussion on establishing a minimum rent-owed threshold for evictions
- Discussion on a ban on algorithmic rent setting
- Recommendation to City Council regarding a right to counsel for tenants
- Staff update on a $257,108 grant from the Los Angeles County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency
PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will receive and file reports on the proposed community gardens at Veterans Memorial Park and Syd Kronenthal Park, including concept designs and cost estimates. Commissioners will also hear updates on summer camp programming for seniors and youth, the joint use agreement with Culver City Unified School District, and reports from subcommittee representatives. All items are for receipt and filing; no final decisions are scheduled.
- Receipt of report on updated site locations, designs, and cost estimates for community gardens at Veterans Memorial Park and Syd Kronenthal Park
- Receipt of report on Culver City Summer Camp programming for seniors and youth
- Receipt of report on the Joint Use Agreement between Culver City and Culver City Unified School District
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
The Civil Service Commission will consider a request for a closed hearing to appeal a disciplinary action. The commission is also set to approve revised recruitment bulletins for several positions including Structural Rehabilitation Specialist, Accounting Technician, Scout Vehicle Operator (promotional), and Street Maintenance Supervisor, as well as consent calendar approval of September meeting minutes.
- Closed hearing to appeal a disciplinary action (Item 25-1638A)
- Approval of revised recruitment bulletin for Structural Rehabilitation Specialist
- Approval of revised recruitment bulletin for Accounting Technician
- Approval of new promotional recruitment bulletin for Scout Vehicle Operator
- Approval of revised recruitment bulletin for Street Maintenance Supervisor
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council will consider consent calendar items including approval of blanket purchase orders with seven vendors for traffic control maintenance supplies totaling up to $1.1 million per year through 2031, a five-year software agreement for residential permit parking management ($250,000), and a five-year sanitation routing and billing software deal plus credit card processing (up to $420,000 and $500,000 respectively). The council will also authorize acceptance of a $400,000 Metro Active Transportation Program grant for the Robertson Boulevard Bike and Bus Lane Project and hear presentations from the police department on the Automated License Plate Reader program and mutual aid.
- Blanket purchase orders with seven vendors (Swarco McCain, NEXCO, Econolite, Iteris, Sharpline Solutions, Zicla, IPS Group) for traffic control supplies, not-to-exceed $160K–$275K/year each, total up to $1.1M/year for fiscal years 2025–2031
- Five-year software services agreement with Turbo Data Systems for residential permit parking management, not-to-exceed $250,000
- Five-year agreement with Soft-Pak for sanitation routing/billing software ($420,000) and Elavon for credit card processing ($500,000), including waiver of competitive bidding for hardware
- Acceptance of $400,000 Metro Active Transportation Program grant for the Robertson Boulevard Bike and Bus Lane Project (PF-024)
- Police department presentations on Automated License Plate Reader program and law enforcement mutual aid
Standing Economic Development Subcommittee
The Standing Economic Development Subcommittee will discuss and potentially act on creating an entertainment zone in downtown Culver City. Members will also receive a presentation on the Visit Culver City brand architecture, an update on commercial vacancy rates, and a review of past and planned city-sponsored events. The meeting begins with approval of minutes from April 11, 2025.
- Consideration of Entertainment Zone in Downtown Culver City
- Presentation of Visit Culver City Brand Architecture
- Receive and file update on Culver City commercial vacancy rates
- Receive update on previous and upcoming city-produced and city-sponsored special events
- Approval of minutes for the April 11, 2025 meeting
Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from its August 25, 2025 meeting. It will then discuss safety along the Ballona Creek Bike Path and consider improvement recommendations. Additional action items include reviewing digital kiosk locations, hearing a presentation on the Livable Communities Initiative, and forming a new National Boulevard ad‑hoc subcommittee with appointments.
- Approve minutes of the BPAC regular meeting held August 25, 2025 (Consent Calendar item 26-49C-1).
- Discuss bicycle and pedestrian safety along Ballona Creek Bike Path and make improvement recommendations (Action Item 26-52A-1).
- Discuss site locations of digital kiosks in the public right‑of‑way (Action Item 26-53A-2).
- Receive a presentation on the Livable Communities Initiative and make recommendations (Action Item 26-51A-3).
- Consider creation of a new National Boulevard ad‑hoc subcommittee and appoint members (Action Item 26-50A-4).
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Culver City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a vehicle service facility at 10150-10200 Jefferson Boulevard. The Commission will also consider an action item to discuss and recommend to the City Council on the TOP Redevelopment Proposal for 11029 Washington Boulevard. The meeting includes approval of draft minutes from August 13, 2025, and public comment periods.
- Public hearing on a conditional use permit for a vehicle service facility within an existing 42,333-square-foot industrial building at 10150-10200 Jefferson Boulevard in the MU-2 zone
- Action item: discussion and recommendation to City Council on the TOP Redevelopment Proposal for 11029 Washington Boulevard
- Consent calendar: approval of draft Planning Commission meeting minutes of August 13, 2025
- Public comment periods for items not on the agenda
MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee
The MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee is meeting to coordinate the 2026 MLK Jr. Celebration. The body will discuss event themes, student involvement, and the use of the Veterans Memorial Complex.
- Approval of Veterans Memorial Complex usage and dates/times for the 2026 MLK Jr. Celebration
- Discussion and potential approval of the 2026 MLK Jr. Celebration theme
- Approval of student involvement areas and the designated ad hoc subcommittee point of contact
- Selection of a member to speak in support of the FY 26/27 budget letter at a City Council meeting
- Approval of meeting minutes from July 16 and July 23, 2025
DISABILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Disability Advisory Committee will meet to receive and file reports on upcoming events and committee operations. The body will review the final plan for Disability Awareness Month in October 2025 and updates from ad hoc subcommittees.
- Final Disability Awareness Month events plan for October 2025
- Updates from Disability Advisory Committee ad hoc subcommittees
- 2025/2026 meeting calendar and upcoming agenda items list
EQUITY & HUMAN RELATIONS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Equity & Human Relations Advisory Committee will consider reports from its October and February Community Conversations subcommittees and the Diversity Awareness Projects subcommittee, and may approve recommendations. It will also discuss meeting needs for early 2026 and review its ad hoc subcommittee structure. The meeting includes approval of minutes from three prior meetings and public comment periods.
- Report and potential approval of recommendations from the October Community Conversations Subcommittee
- Report and potential approval of recommendations from the February 2026 Community Conversations Subcommittee
- Report and potential approval of recommendations from the Diversity Awareness Projects Subcommittee
- Discussion and possible approval of special meeting dates for January through June 2026
- Review, dissolution, or formation of ad hoc subcommittees and appointment of members
ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS
The Advisory Committee on Housing and Homelessness will appoint members to three subcommittees and receive an update on the RFP to update the City's homeless plan. The body will also discuss directions for affordable housing and homeless programming proposed by the City Council.
- Presentation by Martin Tomasz, Co-Founder of Livable Communities Initiative (LCI)
- Appointment of members to the 2026 Homeless Count, Homeless Initiative, and Outreach and Engagement subcommittees
- Update on the Request for Proposal (RFP) to update the City's homeless plan
- Discussion on affordable housing and homeless programming directions proposed by City Council on March 10, 2025
CULTURAL AFFAIRS COMMISSION
The Culver City Cultural Affairs Commission will discuss two action items: the proposed donation and installation of the Historic MGM Sign, and a potential partnership and funding request for the Attune La Temporary Outdoor Sound & Frequency Exhibition by NOW Art. The commission may provide recommendations to staff for City Council action. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the August 19, 2025 special meeting.
- Discussion of donation and installation of the Historic MGM Sign
- Discussion of partnership and funding for NOW Art's Attune La exhibition
- Approval of minutes from August 19, 2025 special meeting
- Public comment period for items not on the agenda
Standing Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee
The Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee will receive a housing update from the Planning & Development Department and debrief a recent Council discussion on a rent moratorium and rental assistance program for households impacted by immigration enforcement. The meeting also includes public comment periods and receipt of correspondence.
- Housing update from Planning & Development Department
- Debrief on Council discussion regarding rent moratorium and rental assistance program for households impacted by immigration enforcement
FINANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Finance Advisory Committee will adopt the minutes from its July 9, 2025 meeting, receive and comment on a report about the Fraud, Waste and Abuse of City Resources Hotline, approve status reports on Measure CC, Measure C sales taxes and the real‑property transfer tax for transmission to the City Council, and receive final reports from several ad‑hoc subcommittees, including dissolving the Assets subcommittee and providing direction on other subcommittee reports.
- Approve minutes of the July 9, 2025 Finance Advisory Committee meeting (Item 25‑1625C‑1).
- Receive and give feedback on the Fraud, Waste and Abuse of City Resources Hotline report (Item 25‑1624A‑1).
- Approve Measure CC and Measure C sales‑tax status report (FY25 Q3) and Real Property Transfer Tax status report (FY25 Q4) for City Council (Item 25‑1608A‑2).
- Receive final report from the Assets Ad Hoc Subcommittee and dissolve that subcommittee (Item 25‑1626A‑3).
- Receive reports from Structural Revenue Review, Affordable Housing, Contingency Reserve, and 2026 Government Efficiency ad hoc subcommittees and provide staff direction (Item 25‑1615A‑4).
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council will hold a closed‑session meeting at 5:30 PM to confer with legal counsel on several litigation matters, including anticipated exposure and existing cases. After recognitions at 6:30 PM, the regular session at 7:00 PM will include a pledge of allegiance, community announcements, and presentations such as a proclamation for National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Public comment and a consent calendar of routine items will follow.
- 25-1435CS-1: Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation (significant exposure)
- 25-1610CS-2: Conference with legal counsel – existing litigation (Culver City Coalition v. City of Culver City, case no. 25SMCV03559)
- 25-1506CS-4: Conference with labor negotiators (city manager, HR director, CFO, employee organizations)
- 25-1568CS-5: Conference with real‑property negotiators on parking structures (Ince, Cardiff, Watseka, Culver Steps, Venice Lot)
- 25-1620R-1: Presentation of a proclamation recognizing National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Special Event in the Mike Balkman Council Chambers
The city will process the second batch of vote-by-mail ballots and conduct a 1% manual tally. These actions are part of the final results process for the special municipal election.
- Post-election day count of the 2nd batch of Vote by Mail ballots
- 1% Manual Tally at 1:00 PM
- Certification of final results scheduled for the September 8, 2025 City Council Meeting
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
The Culver City Civil Service Commission will consider a request for a closed hearing to appeal a grievance decision. The commission will also select a chair and vice chair for the upcoming term. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes from the July 2, 2025 regular meeting. Staff will provide updates on vacancy lists, active eligible lists, acting pay log, and probationary report.
- Consideration of request for closed hearing appeal of a grievance decision (Item 25-1512A-1)
- Adoption of motion to select chair and vice chair (Item 25-1300A-2)
- Approval of minutes for July 2, 2025 regular meeting (Consent Item 25-1436C-1)
- Staff reports: Vacancy List, Current Active Eligible List, Acting Pay Log, Probationary Report
PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will meet to receive reports on lap swimming and staffing at the Culver City Plunge. The body will also review subcommittee updates and the 2025 meeting calendar.
- Report regarding the Culver City Plunge’s lap swimming structure and staffing
- Updates from Commission ad hoc subcommittees and representative appointees
- 2025 meeting calendar and upcoming agenda items list
- Approval of August 5, 2025 meeting minutes
MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee
The special meeting scheduled for August 27, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The only document is the notice of cancellation.
- Special meeting cancelled; no agenda items considered.
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider CEQA clearance, site plan review, and extended construction hours for two mixed-use developments: one at 10950 Washington Boulevard (508 residential units, 14,087 sq ft commercial) and another at 100 Corporate Pointe (351 residential units, 6,825 sq ft commercial). The commission will also handle consent calendar items and public comment on non-agenda matters.
- Public hearing for mixed-use project at 10950 Washington Blvd: 508 residential units, 14,087 sq ft commercial, CEQA clearance via General Plan Program EIR and infill exemption
- Public hearing for mixed-use project at 100 Corporate Pointe: 351 residential units, 6,825 sq ft commercial, CEQA categorical exemption under Section 15332
- Both projects include site plan review and extended construction hours requests
- Consent calendar and receipt of correspondence items
Standing Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee
The Standing Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee will receive presentations on affordable housing tracking and Abundant Housing Los Angeles. The body will also receive a staff update regarding the selection process for a Homeless Plan update Request for Proposal.
- Affordable housing tracking presentation by Planning and Development Department
- Presentation by Abundant Housing Los Angeles Executive Director Azeen Khanmalek
- Staff update on Homeless Plan update Request for Proposal (RFP) selection
- Approval of May 14, 2025 meeting minutes
Special Event in the Mike Balkman Council Chambers
The city is holding a special event for the tabulation of ballots and the feed of preliminary election results. The process includes the counting of processed vote-by-mail ballots starting at 8:00 PM on August 26, 2025. Final results will be certified at the City Council Meeting on September 8, 2025.
- Preliminary results feed beginning at 8:00 PM on August 26, 2025
- Post-election processing of ballot return envelopes starting August 27, 2025
- Second batch of vote-by-mail ballot count starting September 4, 2025
- Certification of final results on September 8, 2025
Cultural Affairs Commission Public Art Subcommittee
The Public Art Subcommittee will discuss several public art initiatives, including a temporary sound exhibition titled 'Attune' by NOW Art, the possible acquisition of the MGM sign, a rotating sculpture program for fiscal years 2025 and 2026, and a 'Culver City: Colorful Communities' poster program. All items are for discussion and recommendation to the full Cultural Affairs Commission; no final decisions will be made at this meeting.
- Discussion of temporary outdoor sound & frequency exhibition 'Attune' by NOW Art
- Discussion of possible acquisition of the MGM sign
- Discussion of a rotating sculpture program for Fiscal Year 2025 and 2026
- Discussion of Culver City: Colorful Communities Poster Program for FY 2025 and 2026
- Approval of minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting (consent calendar)
Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee
This meeting covers action items including an update on the MOVE Culver City Modified Downtown Corridor Eastern Segment design, selection of committee chair/vice chair, dissolution and creation of subcommittees (including Ballona Creek Bike Path and Tri-School Area Safe Routes), and review of the biannual report to City Council. The committee will also approve previous meeting minutes and set the FY 2025-26 meeting schedule.
- Update and discussion of MOVE Culver City Downtown Eastern Segment design (90% plans)
- Selection of BPAC Chair and Vice Chair for 2025-26
- Dissolution of four ad-hoc subcommittees and creation of three new ones, plus appointments
- Review and transmittal of biannual activity report to City Council
- Approval of committee meeting schedule for FY 2025-26
Standing Sustainability Subcommittee
This special meeting of the Standing Sustainability Subcommittee has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.
Standing Mobility Subcommittee
The Standing Mobility Subcommittee will first approve the minutes from its July 23 meeting. It will receive a presentation on Serve Robotics and discuss possible implementation. It will review a presentation on a parking occupancy tax and provide direction to staff. Finally, it will consider and vote on installing an all‑way stop control at Braddock Drive and Lincoln Avenue.
- Approve minutes of the Mobility Subcommittee meeting held July 23, 2025 (Consent Item 25-1553C-1).
- Receive and discuss a presentation on Serve Robotics and consider implementation (Action Item 25-1554A-1).
- Receipt and discussion of a presentation on a parking occupancy tax with staff direction (Action Item 25-1515A-2).
- Receive a presentation, discuss, and approve installation of an all‑way stop at Braddock Drive and Lincoln Avenue (Action Item 25-1448A-3).
MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee
The August 20, 2025 regular meeting of the MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee has been cancelled. No agenda items or decisions were considered.
CULTURAL AFFAIRS COMMISSION
The Cultural Affairs Commission will decide whether to deaccession the permanent public artwork 'Media in Motion' located at 10950 Washington Boulevard. Commissioners will also discuss and assign subcommittee roles for the 2025-2026 term. The consent calendar includes approval of the July 15, 2025 meeting minutes.
- Action item: consideration of deaccession of 'Media in Motion' public art at 10950 Washington Boulevard
- Action item: discussion and assignment of 2025-2026 standing and ad hoc subcommittees
- Consent calendar: approval of minutes from July 15, 2025 regular meeting
EQUITY & HUMAN RELATIONS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Equity & Human Relations Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting on August 19, 2025. Action items include receiving and potentially approving recommendations from the October Community Conversations, Soccer Prohibition Signs, and Equity and Human Relations Award ad hoc subcommittees. The committee will also review and reorganize its existing ad hoc subcommittees, filling vacancies and forming new ones.
- Approval of minutes from the May 20, 2025 special meeting (consent item 25-1507C-1).
- Receive and consider the October Community Conversations Ad Hoc Subcommittee report and recommendations (25-1509A-1).
- Receive and consider the Soccer Prohibition Signs Ad Hoc Subcommittee report and recommendations (25-1498A-2).
- Review and discuss the Equity and Human Relations Award Ad Hoc Subcommittee report (25-1503A-3).
- Review, dissolve, and form new ad hoc subcommittees; fill vacant positions (25-1504A-4).
ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS
The Advisory Committee on Housing and Homelessness will appoint a new chair and vice chair, appoint members to subcommittees, receive updates from Exodus Recovery on Project Homekey interim housing rules and resident code of conduct, and review fiscal year 2024-25 program statistic reports for several homeless programs. The committee will also discuss the request for proposals to update the city's homeless plan and directions from the city council on homeless programming and affordable housing.
- Appoint new chair and vice chair
- Appoint members to 2026 Homeless Count, Homeless Initiative, and Outreach and Engagement subcommittees
- Update from Exodus Recovery on Culver City Project Homekey interim housing rules and resident code of conduct
- Fiscal year 2024-25 program statistic reports for Upward Bound House family shelter, Project Homekey interim and permanent supportive housing, and Wellness Village
- Update on RFP to update the city's Homeless Plan
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission will meet to select its Chair, Vice Chair, and committee members for 2025-2026. The body will also review and approve draft meeting minutes from March, April, and June 2025.
- Selection of the Chair and Vice Chair
- Selection of the committee members
- Approval of draft meeting minutes from March 26, 2025
- Approval of draft meeting minutes from April 9, 2025
- Approval of draft meeting minutes from June 25, 2025
DISABILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Disability Advisory Committee will meet to elect a new chair and vice chair, approve minutes from a previous meeting, and consider forming new ad hoc subcommittees. The meeting will also include a public comment period and the receipt of correspondence.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of June 11, 2025 meeting minutes
- Consideration of nominations for 'Outstanding Service' commendations
- Adoption of motions to appoint/reappoint members to subcommittees
- Receipt of the 2025/2026 meeting calendar
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council will consider consent items including awarding a $131,800 contract for the Huron Avenue sidewalk and drainage project and a $92,582 contract for the Higuera Street sidewalk project. The council will also hold closed sessions to discuss pending litigation (Blanca Flores Gasca, Gary Zeiss, Culver City Coalition cases) and anticipated litigation, as well as the appointment of a city manager.
- Award $131,800 construction contract to FS Contractors, Inc. for Huron Avenue sidewalk and drainage improvements, plus up to $32,950 in contingency
- Award $92,582 construction contract to CJ Concrete Construction, Inc. for Higuera Street sidewalk improvements, plus up to $23,145 in contingency
- Approve five-year professional services agreement with Occu-Med (waiving competitive bidding)
- Closed session: discuss pending lawsuits Blanca Flores Gasca v. City (case 23SMCV01030) and Gary M. Zeiss v. City (case 25STCP02228) and anticipated litigation
- Closed session: consider appointment of city manager
Standing Governance Subcommittee
The Standing Governance Subcommittee will discuss and receive a presentation on public participation in the city budget process. They will also discuss the annual election of mayor and vice mayor and the biennial induction of new council members. A consent item for approval of July 8, 2025 meeting minutes is on the agenda.
- Presentation and discussion of public participation in the city budget process
- Discussion of annual election of mayor and vice mayor and biennial induction of new council members
- Approval of minutes from the July 8, 2025 special meeting
PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will meet to receive reports on the department's adopted budget for fiscal year 2025/2026. The body will also receive updates on paddle tennis court hours and commission subcommittees.
- Receipt and filing of the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department FY 2025/2026 adopted budget
- Update on hours for paddle tennis courts at Elenda St. and Culver Blvd.
- Updates from commission ad hoc subcommittees and representative appointees
- Review of the 2025 meeting calendar and upcoming agenda items list
- Approval of July 1, 2025 meeting minutes
LANDLORD TENANT MEDIATION BOARD
The Landlord Tenant Mediation Board will select a chair and vice chair, receive a quarterly report on mediated cases, and discuss a draft written report to the City Council about 2025 accomplishments and 2026 proposed activities. The board will also discuss a sample mock trial and a revision to the Good Faith Mediation Form.
- Quarterly report of mediated cases and discussion of all mediation requests from April through July 2025
- Discussion and authorization to transmit a draft report to City Council on 2025 accomplishments and 2026 proposed activity
- Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
- Discussion of revision to the Good Faith Mediation Form
- Sample mock trial discussion
MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee
The MLK Jr. and Juneteenth Celebration Advisory Committee will elect a chair and vice chair, receive a presentation on bylaws and the Brown Act, and evaluate the June 21, 2025 Juneteenth event. Key business includes approving a venue, date, and time for the 2026 MLK Jr. Celebration and receiving a fiscal year 2025-2026 budget report for that event. The committee will also appoint subcommittee members and adopt its meeting calendar.
- Election of chair and vice chair of the advisory committee
- Approval of venue, date, and time for the 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration
- Receipt and filing of the 2026 MLK Celebration budget report ($ amounts not specified)
- Evaluation of the Juneteenth event held on June 21, 2025
- Appointment/reappointment of ad hoc subcommittee members
Standing Mobility Subcommittee
The Standing Mobility Subcommittee will receive a presentation on Lease a Bike and an update on the Better Overland project, including community outreach. The body will provide direction to staff on both items.
- Presentation and staff direction regarding Lease a Bike
- Update and staff direction on the Better Overland project and community outreach
- Approval of minutes from the June 12, 2025, special meeting
EQUITY & HUMAN RELATIONS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Equity & Human Relations Advisory Committee will review direction from the City Council regarding a resolution on peace and diplomacy during international conflict. The committee also plans to elect officers, consider a public events subcommittee report, approve a biannual report, review equity awards, and reorganize ad hoc subcommittees.
- Oath of office for reappointed/new members and election of chair and vice chair
- Receive and discuss report from 2025-2026 Public Events Ad Hoc Subcommittee
- Review and approve July 2025 Biannual Report for transmittal to City Council
- Review City Council direction from May 12, 2025 on Resolution on Peace and Diplomacy During International Conflict
- Review and approve honoree biographies for Equity and Human Relations Awards presentation
Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The regular meeting of the Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee scheduled for July 17, 2025, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.
MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee
The MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Advisory Committee will elect a chair and vice chair, introduce a new member, and receive training on bylaws and the Brown Act. Members will evaluate the recent Juneteenth event and plan for the 2026 MLK Jr. Celebration, including approving its venue, date, time, and budget. They will also appoint ad hoc subcommittee members and finalize the 2025 meeting calendar.
- Election of chair and vice chair of the committee
- Approval of venue, date, and time for the 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration (Action Item 25-1392A-6)
- Receipt and filing of the 2026 MLK Celebration budget report (Action Item 25-1400A-5)
- Evaluation of the Juneteenth event held on June 21, 2025 (Action Item 25-1391A-4)
- Adoption of motions to appoint/reappoint ad hoc subcommittee members (Action Item 25-1401A-7)
ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS
The Advisory Committee on Housing and Homelessness will approve the minutes from the April 22, 2025 meeting. It will swear in new members Patrick Spease and Shane Henson. The committee will receive updates on homeless program contracts approved on June 23, 2025, the upcoming Homeless Plan Update RFP, and will discuss the City Council’s proposed direction for homeless programming and affordable housing.
- Approve minutes for the regular meeting of April 22, 2025 (Item 25-1393C-1).
- Swear in new members Patrick Spease and Shane Henson (Item 25-1394A-1).
- Update on homeless program contracts approved by City Council on June 23, 2025 (Item 25-1395A-2).
- Update on preparation and issuing of the Homeless Plan Update Request for Proposal (RFP) (Item 25-1396A-3).
- Discussion on the direction regarding homeless programming and affordable housing proposed by City Council on March 10, 2025 (Item 25-1398A-5).
CULTURAL AFFAIRS COMMISSION
The Cultural Affairs Commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for FY 2025-2025 and administer oaths to new members. The body will also review and authorize the transmittal of a biannual report to the City Council covering accomplishments from January through June 2025.
- Election of the Chair and Vice Chair for FY 2025-2025
- Review and authorization of the January through June 2025 biannual written report to City Council
- Dissolution and creation of subcommittees for the FY 2025-2026 work plan
- Presentation by Now Art
- Approval of June 17, 2025 meeting minutes
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council will consider several construction contracts and professional service amendments. The body will also receive an update on the Racial Equity Action Plan and discuss a City Manager appointment in closed session.
- Construction contract for Washington Boulevard Stormwater and Urban Runoff Diversion Project to Stacy & Witbeck, Inc. for $14,459,640
- Construction contract for East Washington Fiber Optic Upgrade Project to GA Technical Services for $111,896.27
- Professional services agreement amendment with AECOM for the Hayden Tract Specific Plan not-to-exceed $100,000
- Closed session discussion regarding City Manager public employee appointment
- Presentation by Dr. Nicole Yates on the Racial Equity Action Plan (REAP)
City Council Meeting Agenda
The Culver City Council will hold a special meeting with a closed session on anticipated litigation, followed by a regular session. The council will discuss and potentially provide direction on the police department's mutual aid policy, the Flock automated license plate reader program, and a $50,000 grant to a nonprofit assisting immigrants. It will also consider creating an ad hoc subcommittee for redevelopment at 11029 Washington Boulevard and transitioning a police policies subcommittee to a standing public safety subcommittee.
- Discussion and potential direction on police mutual aid policy and response to outside agency requests
- Discussion and potential direction on the Flock Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) program
- Consideration of a $50,000 grant to a nonprofit assisting immigrants impacted by federal immigration enforcement, with a budget amendment from the General Fund Contingency Reserve
- Creation and appointment of two council members to an ad hoc subcommittee for redevelopment proposals at 11029 Washington Boulevard
- Discussion on transitioning the 2025 Police Policies Ad Hoc Subcommittee to a standing Public Safety Subcommittee
FINANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Finance Advisory Committee will select a Chair and Vice Chair for a one-year term. The body will also receive a final report from the Government Efficiency Ad Hoc Subcommittee and discuss reports from subcommittees on assets, structural revenue, and affordable housing.
- Selection of annual Chair and Vice Chair expiring June 30, 2026
- Final report from the Government Efficiency Ad Hoc Subcommittee for FY 2024-2025
- Establishment and appointment of members for the FY 2025-2026 Government Efficiency Ad Hoc Subcommittee
- Reports from Assets, Structural Revenue Review, and Affordable Housing Ad Hoc Subcommittees
- Drafting and transmittal of the committee's biannual report to the City Council
Standing Governance Subcommittee
The Standing Governance Subcommittee will hear a presentation from Public Democracy Los Angeles regarding citizens' assemblies. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the April 30, 2025, special meeting.
- Presentation on citizens' assemblies by Public Democracy Los Angeles
- Approval of minutes from the April 30, 2025, special meeting
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
The Civil Service Commission will hold a regular meeting to administer the oath to a reappointed commissioner, elect a chair and vice chair, and consider approving revised recruitment bulletins for Sewer Lift Station Electro Mechanic and Traffic Painter positions. Commissioners will also discuss and potentially authorize transmittal of a draft report to the City Council summarizing the commission's accomplishments. The meeting includes routine consent calendar items and staff reports on vacancies and eligible lists.
- Oath of office for reappointed commissioner and election of chair and vice chair
- Approval of revised recruitment bulletin for Sewer Lift Station Electro Mechanic
- Approval of new promotional and revised recruitment bulletin for Traffic Painter
- Discussion and possible transmittal of draft written report to City Council on commission accomplishments
- Approval of minutes from June 4, 2025 regular meeting
PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will administer oaths to three new members, elect a chair and vice chair, and receive a presentation on city policy and the Brown Act. The main action item is a recommendation to the City Council to apply for a GameTime funding initiative and designate Culver West Alexander Park as a national demonstration site prioritizing inclusion, nature integration, and physical activity. The commission will also appoint liaisons to outside associations and approve the 2025 meeting calendar.
- Recommendation to City Council to authorize a GameTime funding application for Culver West Alexander Park as a national demonstration site
- Oath of office for newly appointed commissioners Jennifer Chen, Maggie Peters, and Thomas Whitaker
- Election of chair and vice chair of the commission
- Presentation on City Council Policy No. 3002, the Brown Act, and rules of order
- Appointment/reappointment of commission members as liaisons to outside associations and ad hoc subcommittees
City Council Meeting Agenda
The Culver City Council will consider adopting a resolution condemning aggressive and non-transparent federal immigration enforcement tactics and reaffirming commitment to constitutional and community safety principles. They will also discuss authorizing the mayor to issue letters supporting California Senate Bills 627 (No Secret Police Act) and 805 (No Vigilantes Act). A closed session is scheduled to discuss anticipated litigation under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2).
- Resolution condemning aggressive federal immigration enforcement tactics and directing local response measures
- Discussion and potential authorization for mayor to issue letters supporting SB 627 (No Secret Police Act) and SB 805 (No Vigilantes Act)
- Closed session with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (significant exposure, 1 item)
- Public comment period for items not on the agenda (20-minute aggregate limit)
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed new Comprehensive Sign Ordinance that would apply citywide. The commission will also discuss and potentially authorize transmittal of a draft report to the City Council summarizing its accomplishments and proposed activities for the next six months. Consent calendar includes approval of draft meeting minutes from February 26, 2025.
- Public hearing on new Comprehensive Sign Ordinance (citywide)
- Discussion of draft written report to City Council on commission accomplishments and upcoming agenda items
- Approval of draft Planning Commission meeting minutes from February 26, 2025 (consent calendar)
Cultural Affairs Commission Public Art Subcommittee
The Cultural Affairs Commission Public Art Subcommittee will meet to discuss the deaccession of a permanent public artwork titled “Media in Motion.” The body will consider the request and make a recommendation to the Cultural Affairs Commission.
- Consideration of deaccession of permanent public artwork “Media in Motion” at 10950 Washington Blvd.
- Approval of minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council will receive updates on the homelessness emergency, including Project Homekey and safe camping. The body will also hold a closed session to discuss the appointment of a City Manager and legal matters.
- Amendment to St. Joseph’s Center agreement for Family Self-Sufficiency Program not-to-exceed $163,808 (FY 25-26), $168,726 (FY 26-27), and $173,788 (FY 27-28)
- Closed session regarding City Manager public employee appointment
- Update on homelessness emergency, Project Homekey, and safe camping
- Presentation of the 2025 Fourth Annual Innovation and Performance Awards
- Amendment to professional services agreement with Upward Bound House for homeless outreach
MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee
The MLK Jr. and Juneteenth Celebration Committee will approve the minutes from its May 21, 2025 meeting. It will adopt the biannual report covering January through June 2025 and authorize its transmission to the City Council. The body will also approve the run of show for the 2025 Juneteenth Celebration and review committee roles for that event.
- Approve minutes for the May 21, 2025 meeting (item 25-1295C-1)
- Draft and transmit the Jan‑June 2025 biannual report to the City Council (item 25-1288A-1)
- Approve the run of show for Juneteenth Celebration 2025 (item 25-1290A-2)
- Review roles and responsibilities of the advisory committee for the Juneteenth event 2025 (item 25-1291A-3)
- Receive and file updates from ad hoc subcommittees (item 25-1293A-4)
ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS
The Advisory Committee on Housing and Homelessness will review updates on homeless program contracts and the updated Homeless Plan RFP. The body will also discuss directions for affordable housing and homeless programming proposed by the City Council.
- Update on homeless program contracts scheduled for Council approval on June 23, 2025
- Update on the preparation and issuance of the updated Homeless Plan Request for Proposal (RFP)
- Discussion on affordable housing and homeless programming directions proposed by City Council on March 10, 2025
- Approval of April 22, 2025 meeting minutes
CULTURAL AFFAIRS COMMISSION
The Culver City Cultural Affairs Commission will hold a regular meeting including public comment, approval of minutes from May 20, 2025, and a discussion item. The commission will receive a staff update on a pilot concert to relaunch live music performances in Mike Balkman Council Chambers, currently scheduled for September 7, 2025 at 3 PM, and will provide feedback and recommendations. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from the regular meeting of May 20, 2025
- Discussion: receive staff update regarding pilot concert to relaunch live music performances in Mike Balkman Council Chambers on September 7, 2025 at 3 PM
- Commission to provide program feedback and recommendations on the pilot concert
Standing Mobility Subcommittee
The Standing Mobility Subcommittee will discuss parking maximums and safety improvements on National Blvd. The body will provide direction to staff based on these discussions.
- Discussion and direction to staff regarding parking maximums
- Report and discussion on safety improvements at Wesley St/National Blvd
- Report and discussion on safety improvements along National Blvd between Jefferson Blvd and Washington Blvd
- Approval of minutes from the April 10, 2025 special meeting
DISABILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Disability Advisory Committee will consider several action items, including drafting and transmitting its biannual report covering January‑June 2025 to the City Council. It will also approve a letter to the Council about the Abilities Carnival, the Architectural Barriers Program plan, and the nomination process for Disability Awareness Month. A presentation on proposed fees and subsidies for Parks, Recreation, and Community Services programs will be discussed.
- Draft and transmit DAC biannual report (Jan‑June 2025) to City Council
- Approve letter to City Council regarding Abilities Carnival and DAC biannual report
- Approve program plan for the Architectural Barriers Program (with adjustments)
- Review and approve Disability Awareness Month commendation nomination and timeline
- Presentation on proposed fees and subsidy analysis for PRCS programs and events
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council will meet to discuss several administrative items, including fire station infrastructure and budget reclassifications. The session also includes a closed session regarding anticipated litigation and several commemorative proclamations.
- Task order not-to-exceed $67,530 with Kimley-Horn for fire alarm system plans and installation at Fire Stations One, Two, and Three
- Ratification of a $426,395 transfer from Special Assessment District Fund to the General Fund for maintenance expenses
- Ratification of a $352,101.45 transfer from Special Assessment District Fund to the General Fund for FY 2022-2023 business license tax revenue
- Closed session conferences with legal counsel regarding significant exposure to litigation
- Proclamations for Juneteenth 2025, Pride Month, Men's Health Month, and Gun Violence Awareness Month
Standing Sustainability Subcommittee
The Sustainability Subcommittee will receive and discuss three presentations: The River Project (a river-related initiative), the Plant Based Treaty, and a plastic ban proposal from Ballona Creek Renaissance. Members will also vote on approving minutes from the February 27 special meeting. No binding actions are scheduled; items are for discussion only.
- Approval of minutes from the February 27, 2025 subcommittee special meeting (consent item)
- Presentation and discussion of The River Project
- Presentation and discussion of the Plant Based Treaty
- Presentation and discussion of the 4B Plastic Ban Proposal by Ballona Creek Renaissance
Standing Governance Subcommittee
This regular meeting of the Standing Governance Subcommittee has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancelled; no agenda items considered.
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
The Civil Service Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from previous sessions and recognize outstanding job performance across various city departments. The body will also consider extending eligible lists for several positions and receive reports on departmental updates.
- Approval of March 5 and April 2, 2025 meeting minutes
- Extension of eligible lists for Police Records Technician, Code Enforcement Analyst, Associate Analyst, and Sanitation Roll-Off Driver
- Recognition of outstanding job performance for City Attorney, City Manager, Finance, Fire, Housing and Human Services, Human Resources, IT, Parks and Community Services, Planning and Development, Police, Public Works, and Transportation departments
- Public comment period for items not on the agenda
- Reports from staff and commission members on vacancies, eligible lists, and updates
PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will receive updates on the installation of pickleball courts and activities for Older Americans Month. The body will also draft and authorize a biannual report to the City Council covering accomplishments from January through June 2025.
- Update on installing pickleball courts along National Blvd. under the LA Metro Exposition Line train
- Drafting and authorization of the January through June 2025 biannual report to City Council
- Report on PRCS activities during Older Americans Month
- Review of the 2025 meeting calendar and upcoming agenda items list
City Council Meeting Agenda
This is a special City Council meeting dedicated solely to interviewing applicants for various commissions, boards, and committees. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.
- Interview of applicants in consideration of appointment to various commissions, boards, and committees (Action Item 25-939A-1)
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council will vote on adopting a new subdivision ordinance and related zoning code amendments as a consent item. Also on consent are approval of final plans and bid authorization for the Ivy Substation roof repair project, cash disbursements, and meeting minutes. The council will also hold closed sessions on existing and anticipated litigation and labor negotiations.
- Adoption of ordinance replacing subdivision ordinance and amending zoning code (P2024-0237-ZCA)
- Approval of final plans and authorization to publish bid notice for Ivy Substation Roof Repair Project (PF-029)
- Approval of cash disbursements for May 3-16, 2025
- Closed session on existing litigation: Shelia Coon v. City of Culver City (Case No. 22STCV20049)
- Closed session on labor negotiations with six employee associations
Standing Sustainability Subcommittee
This meeting of the Culver City Standing Sustainability Subcommittee has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.
- Meeting cancelled; no agenda items were addressed.
MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee
The MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee is meeting to coordinate logistics for the 2025 Juneteenth event and early planning for the 2026 MLK celebration. The body will discuss vendor management and committee roles.
- Discussion of non-food vendors for the Juneteenth celebration
- Potential formation and appointment of a non-food vendor ad hoc subcommittee
- Review of event registration report for the 2025 Juneteenth celebration
- Approval of communication with Culver City Unified School District regarding the 2026 MLK celebration
- Approval of meeting minutes from March 19 and April 16, 2025
CULTURAL AFFAIRS COMMISSION
The Cultural Affairs Commission will consider recommending Victoria Marks as the City's Artist Laureate for 2025-2027 and submit that recommendation to the City Council. The commission will also consider a concept for a permanent art installation by Geoff McFetridge tied to projects at 8432 Steller Drive and 3592 Eastham Drive, and vote on minutes from the February 18, 2025 meeting.
- Appointment of Victoria Marks as Culver City Artist Laureate for 2025-2027
- Recommendation to City Council on Artist Laureate selection
- Concept for permanent art installation by Geoff McFetridge at 8432 Steller Drive and 3592 Eastham Drive
- Approval of minutes from the February 18, 2025 regular meeting
EQUITY & HUMAN RELATIONS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Equity & Human Relations Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting to receive reports from several ad hoc subcommittees (Public Events, Awards, Youth Advisory) and discuss recommendations. Members will also consider dissolving subcommittees whose objectives have been met and forming new ones based on the January 2025 biannual workplan and proposed 2025–2026 Public Events and Budget Plan. Additionally, the committee will discuss the future direction of Latino Heritage Month celebrations and receive a training on the Ralph M. Brown Act and city policies.
- Training on the Ralph M. Brown Act and city policies for committee members
- Approval of minutes from four previous meetings (Oct 2024, Nov 2024, Jan 2025, Feb 2025) via consent calendar
- Receive and possibly approve reports from the Public Events Ad Hoc Subcommittee and the Equity & Human Relations Awards Ad Hoc Subcommittee
- Discussion on the future direction of Latino Heritage Month celebrations
- Review, dissolve, and form new ad hoc subcommittees; vote on 2025–2026 workplan and event budget
City Council Meeting Agenda
The council will hold a budget study session to hear each department head present the City Manager's proposed budget for fiscal year 2025‑2026. After the presentations, the body will receive written correspondence and hold public comment on items not on the agenda. Members may also request future agenda items before adjournment.
- Budget study session: presentation of City Manager's proposed FY 2025‑2026 budget by each department head
- Receipt and filing of written correspondence related to agenda items
- Joint public comment on items not on the agenda (up to 20 minutes total)
- Member requests to place items on future agendas
- Adjournment of the regular session
CULTURAL AFFAIRS COMMISSION
The regular meeting of the Culver City Cultural Affairs Commission scheduled for May 20, 2025, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided. A notice of cancellation and a special meeting notice were attached to the agenda.
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council will hold a budget study session to hear presentations from each department head on the City Manager's proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. No votes on the budget are scheduled; this is a presentation and discussion session. The agenda also includes routine items such as public comment, receipt of correspondence, and member announcements.
- Budget study session: presentation of proposed FY 2025-2026 budget by each department head.
- Public comment period for items not on the agenda (up to 20 minutes aggregate).
- Receipt and filing of written correspondence related to agenda items.
- Member requests to agendize future items.
Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review safety concerns and a police report regarding the Ballona Creek bike path. The committee will also discuss mobility-related projects proposed in the City Manager's budget for fiscal year 2025-2026.
- Discussion of bicycle and pedestrian safety along Ballona Creek bike path
- Review of police report on recent incidents along Ballona Creek bike path
- Presentation and discussion of Public Works mobility projects in the proposed FY 2025-2026 budget
- Approval of March 20, 2025 meeting minutes
Standing Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee
The Standing Housing and Homelessness Subcommittee will meet in person to discuss its meeting schedule, format, and chair selection, as well as rental assistance for tenants facing eviction.
- Discussion on rental assistance to support tenants facing eviction
- Presentation on the Livable Communities Initiative
- Presentation on fast-tracking affordable housing
- Discussion on subcommittee meeting schedule, format, and chair selection
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
FINANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Finance Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting. It will approve the Measure CC and Measure C sales tax status report for FY25 Q2 and the real property transfer tax status report for FY25 Q3 for transmission to City Council. The committee will review and discuss the city’s contingency reserve policy and consider establishing a new contingency reserve ad hoc subcommittee. Additional items include receiving reports from the Government Efficiency ad hoc subcommittee, approving innovation award nominees, and receiving reports from several other ad hoc subcommittees.
- Approval of minutes for the April 9, 2025 Finance Advisory Committee meeting (Item 25‑1130C‑1).
- Approval of Measure CC and Measure C sales tax status report (FY25 Q2) and real property transfer tax status report (FY25 Q3) for City Council (Item 25‑1131A‑1).
- Review and discussion of the city’s contingency reserve policy and possible creation of a contingency reserve ad hoc subcommittee (Item 25‑1142A‑2).
- Receipt of the Government Efficiency ad hoc subcommittee report and approval of its innovation award nominees (Item 25‑1141A‑3).
- Receipt of reports from the Assets, Structural Revenue Review, Affordable Housing, and other ad hoc subcommittees for discussion (Item 25‑1129A‑4).
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council will receive the City Manager's proposed budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 and set a public hearing on June 9, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Other consent items include awarding a $3,015,454.67 construction contract for signalized intersections improvements and adopting an ordinance adding contractor transparency requirements to the municipal code. The meeting also includes closed session discussions on anticipated litigation and appointment of a city manager.
- Receipt of proposed FY 2025-2026 budget and setting public hearing for June 9, 2025
- Award of $3,015,454.67 construction contract to Alfaro Communications Construction, Inc. for Signalized Intersections Improvements Project (PL013)
- Adoption of ordinance adding Section 15.02.025 (Contractor Transparency Requirements) to Municipal Code Chapter 15.02
- Approval of cash disbursements for April 19 – May 2, 2025
- Closed session: appointment of city manager and conference with legal counsel on anticipated/initiated litigation
City of Culver City/West Los Angeles College Liaison Committee
The City of Culver City/West Los Angeles College Liaison Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss the 2028 Olympics update, receive updates on the 10100 Jefferson West LA College construction project, and West Los Angeles College construction updates. The committee will also consider approving the March 19, 2024 meeting minutes.
- 2028 Olympics update
- Update and discussion of the 10100 Jefferson West LA College construction project
- West Los Angeles College construction update
- Approval of March 19, 2024 CC-WLAC Liaison Committee meeting minutes
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
This regular meeting of the Culver City Civil Service Commission, scheduled for May 7, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
Audit, Financial Planning, and Budget Subcommittee
The Audit, Financial Planning, and Budget Subcommittee will receive a presentation on Parks, Recreation & Community Services charges and fees and provide feedback. The only substantive action item is a discussion of fee schedules; no votes on fee changes are scheduled at this meeting.
- Receive presentation on Parks, Recreation & Community Services charges and fees and provide feedback
- Approval of minutes from October 3, 2024 (consent calendar)
PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will meet to receive and file several administrative reports. This includes budget recommendations for the next fiscal year and updates on the city's emergency operations plan.
- Receipt and filing of FY 2025-2026 budget recommendations letter to City Council
- Receipt and filing of report on department responsibilities for the City's Emergency Operations Plan
- Approval of minutes from March 18, 2025, and April 17, 2025, special meetings
- Receipt and filing of updates from ad hoc subcommittees and representative appointees
- Receipt and filing of the 2025 meeting calendar and upcoming agenda items list
LANDLORD TENANT MEDIATION BOARD
The Landlord Tenant Mediation Board will receive a quarterly report of mediated cases from January through April 2025. The board will also discuss articles related to mediations, the concept of good faith, and continue a discussion on a sample mock trial. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comment periods.
- Approval of minutes from the January 30, 2025 regular meeting
- Quarterly report of mediated cases and requests for mediation (Jan–Apr 2025)
- Discussion of articles related to mediation practices
- Discussion on the concept of good faith in mediation
- Continued discussion on a sample mock trial
Standing Governance Subcommittee
The Standing Governance Subcommittee will discuss and consider recommendations to the City Council on two procedural changes: amendments to City Council Policy 3204 to create a new Council Business section and other agendizing improvements, and a proposal to consolidate public comment periods at council meetings. The subcommittee will also vote on approving minutes from its April 2, 2025 meeting. No other substantive action items are scheduled.
- Discussion and recommendation on amendments to City Council Policy 3204 (agendizing items for discussion) to create a new Council Business section
- Consideration of a recommendation to City Council to consolidate public comment at City Council meetings
- Approval of minutes from the April 2, 2025 Special Standing Governance Subcommittee meeting
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council will consider approving 42 project-based vouchers for Jubilo Village, a 95-unit affordable housing project by Community Corporation of Santa Monica. Other consent items include setting a public hearing for the sewer user service charge for FY2025/2026 and approving a five-year $513,000 contract with UKG Kronos for cloud-based timekeeping software. The meeting also includes closed session discussions on anticipated litigation and the appointment of a City Manager.
- Award of 42 project-based vouchers for Jubilo Village 95-unit affordable housing project
- Resolution to declare intention to order sewer user service charge for FY2025/2026, with public hearing date
- Approval of five-year $513,000 agreement with UKG Kronos Systems, LLC for timekeeping software
- Recognition of 60th anniversary of sister city relationship with Kaizuka, Japan
- Proclamation designating May 2025 as National Bike Month and Small Business Month
ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS
The Advisory Committee on Housing and Homelessness will vote to approve the minutes from its regular meeting on February 25, 2025 and the special joint City Council meeting on March 10, 2025, as a consent calendar item. It will also approve minutes from a special joint meeting held on April 19, 2021. The committee will receive staff updates on the commissions, boards, and committees application recruitment period, the preparation and issuance of an updated Homelessness Plan Request for Proposals, and the Mobile Crisis Team Wellness Fair scheduled for April 23, 2025. Public comment will be taken on items not on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes for the regular ACOHH meeting on February 25, 2025 and the special joint City Council and ACOHH meeting on March 10, 2025
- Approval of minutes for the special joint City Council and ACOHH meeting on April 19, 2021
- Staff update on the commissions, boards, and committees (CBC) application recruitment period
- Staff update on the preparation and issuing of the updated Homelessness Plan Request for Proposals
- Staff update on the Mobile Crisis Team Wellness Fair to be held on April 23, 2025
The committee approved the minutes of the regular meeting held on February 25, 2025 and the joint City Council and ACOHH meeting on March 10, 2025. It also approved the minutes of the joint City Council and ACOHH meeting from April 19, 2021. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.
- Approved minutes for the regular meeting of February 25, 2025 and the joint City Council and ACOHH meeting on March 10, 2025
- Approved minutes for the joint City Council and ACOHH meeting of April 19, 2021
EQUITY & HUMAN RELATIONS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Equity & Human Relations Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting featuring presentations on current immigration policies and the Ralph M. Brown Act. The agenda includes action items on post-event analysis, public events, equity awards, soccer prohibition signs, youth advisory committee, Latino Heritage Month celebrations, and restructuring of ad hoc subcommittees. Consent items include approval of minutes from prior meetings.
- Presentation by Deputy City Attorney Monica Kilaita on current local, state, and federal policies related to immigration status (attachments include 'Sanctuary City Presentation')
- Presentation on the Ralph M. Brown Act and city policies
- Action item: Perform post-event analysis and consider strategies for future community conversation events
- Action item: Receive report on soccer prohibition signs and consider approving draft script for City Council meeting
- Action item: Discuss future direction of Latino Heritage Month celebrations
PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will consider renaming rooms at the Veterans Memorial Building to represent Culver City's five sister cities. The commission will also receive a report on the Arts in California Parks program and discuss appointing liaisons to the Culver City Arts Foundation. Additionally, they will review department fees and consider forming a Plunge Procedures Ad Hoc Subcommittee.
- Renaming rooms at Veterans Memorial Building to represent Culver City's five sister cities
- Receipt and filing of report from Culver City Arts Foundation on Arts in California Parks program
- Consideration of appointing two commission members as delegate and alternate to Culver City Arts Foundation
- Presentation on Parks, Recreation & Community Services Department charges and fees; commission to provide feedback
- Consideration of forming a Plunge Procedures Ad Hoc Subcommittee and appointing two members
MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee
The MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee is meeting to coordinate logistics for the 2025 Juneteenth celebration. The body will discuss subcommittee roles, entertainment, and vendor planning.
- Approval of the start time, duration, and draft run of show for the 2025 Juneteenth celebration
- Approval of History & Culture ad hoc subcommittee recommendations
- Approval of Entertainment & Talent ad hoc subcommittee band recommendations
- Discussion of non-food vendors and potential formation of a related ad hoc subcommittee
- Discussion of the PR and marketing role for the celebration subcommittee
CULTURAL AFFAIRS COMMISSION
The scheduled Cultural Affairs Commission meeting for April 15, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. No further action was taken.
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council will consider adopting a new Density and Other Bonus Incentives (DOBI) ordinance, replacing the current one entirely. Other consent items include approving a $553,605 purchase order for three vehicles, setting public hearings for landscape maintenance district assessments, and approving routine disbursements and minutes. A closed session is scheduled for existing litigation, and four proclamations will be recognized.
- Adoption of a new Density and Other Bonus Incentives (DOBI) ordinance replacing the current one (consent item 25-829C-6)
- Approval of a $553,605 purchase order with National Auto Fleet Group for two parking meter service vans and one sewer inspection truck (consent item 25-812C-5)
- Resolution of intention to levy annual assessments for Higuera Street Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District (consent item 25-727C-3)
- Resolution of intention to levy annual assessments for Landscape Maintenance District Number 1 (consent item 25-728C-4)
- Closed session discussion on existing litigation: Friends and Families for Move Culver City v. City of Culver, Case No. B342399
Standing Economic Development Subcommittee
The Culver City Standing Economic Development Subcommittee will discuss and potentially take action on a pilot micro-grant/small business assistance program. Other agenda items include reviewing work program accomplishments and priorities, tourism branding efforts, a business visitation program, and updates on commercial vacancy rates and city-sponsored events. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Pilot micro-grant/small business assistance program (Item 25-808A-3)
- Discussion of Economic Development Work Program accomplishments for FY 2024-2025 and priorities for FY 2025-2026 (Item 25-968A-1)
- Discussion of Visit Culver City tourism branding efforts, website development, and business inclusion criteria (Item 25-966A-2)
- Discussion of a Business Visitation Program (Item 25-970A-4)
- Update on Culver City commercial vacancy rates (Item 25-967A-5)
Standing Mobility Subcommittee
The Standing Mobility Subcommittee will discuss five-year citywide collision statistics, review the final draft of the Complete Streets Design Standards, and receive an update on Transportation Department initiatives. They will also consider and potentially approve the installation of all-way stop controls at three intersections: Ince Blvd & Krueger St, Herbert St & Coolidge Ave, and Farragut Dr & Le Bourget Ave. The meeting includes a consent item to approve prior minutes and public comment periods.
- Discuss final draft of Complete Streets Design Standards
- Receive five-year citywide collision statistics
- Consider all-way stop at Ince Blvd and Krueger St
- Consider all-way stop at Herbert St and Coolidge Ave
- Consider all-way stop at Farragut Dr and Le Bourget Ave
FINANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The committee will approve the February 12, 2025 minutes, receive a presentation on Parks, Recreation & Community Services charges and fees, and discuss reports from five subcommittees covering assets, revenue, affordable housing, and government efficiency. Public comment will be taken on any items not on the agenda.
- Approve minutes for the February 12, 2025 Finance Advisory Committee meeting (Item 25-959C-1).
- Receive presentation on Parks, Recreation & Community Services charges and fees and provide feedback (Item 25-960A-1).
- Receive reports from the Assets, Structural Revenue Review, Affordable Housing, and 2025 Government Efficiency Ad Hoc Subcommittees and give direction to staff (Item 25-958A-2).
- Public comment period for items not on the agenda (up to 20 minutes total).
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider consent calendar items including approval of minutes from January and February 2025 meetings. The main action items are receiving updates and discussing the Hayden Tract Specific Plan and the Fox Hills Specific Plan, with no final decisions expected.
- Approval of draft minutes from January 22, 2025 and February 12, 2025 meetings
- Update and discussion on the Hayden Tract Specific Plan
- Update and discussion on the Fox Hills Specific Plan
DISABILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Disability Advisory Committee will receive a report from No Limits for Deaf Children and Families, draft an events plan for Disability Awareness Month in October 2025, and consider forming two ad hoc subcommittees: one for the AARP Age-Friendly Communities Action Plan and another for People-First Language and ADA accessibility training. The committee will also receive updates from current subcommittees and approve minutes from its February 12 meeting.
- Receive and file report from No Limits for Deaf Children and Families
- Draft events plan for Disability Awareness Month (October 2025)
- Consider forming ad hoc subcommittee for AARP Age-Friendly Communities Action Plan
- Consider forming ad hoc subcommittee for People-First Language, Disability Etiquette, and ADA accessibility training
- Approve minutes of February 12, 2025 regular meeting
Cultural Affairs Commission Public Art Subcommittee
The Public Art Subcommittee will consider and provide comments on permanent art concepts by Rogan Gregory (3550 Hayden Ave) and Geoff McFetridge (8492 Steller Dr / 3592 Eastham Dr), then make recommendations to the Cultural Affairs Commission. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and other routine business.
- Review of permanent art concept by Rogan Gregory for 3550 Hayden Avenue
- Review of permanent art concept by Geoff McFetridge for 8492 Steller Drive and 3592 Eastham Drive
- Approval of minutes from February 11, 2025 subcommittee meeting
Standing Governance Subcommittee
The Standing Governance Subcommittee will discuss and make recommendations on its own meeting schedule, chair selection, and work plan. It will also discuss the City Council's agenda format and procedures, including how items are tracked and requested by council members. No binding votes are expected; the subcommittee will forward recommendations to the full City Council.
- Discussion and recommendation on subcommittee meeting schedule, format, chair selection, and other guidelines
- Discussion and recommendations on subcommittee's work plan
- Discussion and recommendations on City Council agenda format and procedures, including tracking, transparency, and process for requested agenda items
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve a new job bulletin for an Environmental Compliance Inspector and consider a request for a closed hearing to appeal a disciplinary action. The meeting will also include routine reports on the vacancy list and acting pay logs.
- Approval of new promotional recruitment bulletin for Environmental Compliance Inspector
- Consideration of a request for a closed hearing to appeal a disciplinary action
- Receipt of correspondence
- Review of vacancy list
- Review of current active eligible list
PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting for April 1, 2025. The cancellation was noted in official notice 25-930.
- Meeting cancelled
- Notice of Cancellation 25-930
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a mixed-use development and two city-initiated zoning code amendments. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from January and February 2025.
- Site plan review for a 15-unit mixed-use building with 1,898 square feet of commercial space at 13474-76 Washington Boulevard
- Zoning code amendment to update Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) rules to conform to state law
- City-initiated annual zoning code amendment for general clarifications, corrections, and updates
Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee will receive a report on five-year collision data and discuss specific accidents at Wesley/National, Braddock/Elenda, and Washington/Higuera. They will also review the final draft of the Complete Streets Design Standards and a report on development impact fees. Other items include approving January meeting minutes and plans for the Elenda Earth Day event.
- Discuss five-year citywide collision statistics and recent accidents at Wesley St/National Blvd, Braddock Dr/Elenda St, and Washington Blvd/Higuera St
- Receive final draft of the Complete Streets Design Standards for discussion
- Report on development impact fees charged by the city, including Mobility Improvement, Park Dedication, and Affordable Housing Linkage fees
- Plan for Elenda Earth Day Celebration event on April 22, 2025
- Approve minutes from the January 16, 2025 regular meeting
MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee
The MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee meets to approve minutes from January 2025 and receive reports on community feedback from the February 15 MLK celebration, updates from Juneteenth ad hoc subcommittees, and the 2025 meeting calendar.
- Approval of minutes for the January 15, 2025 regular meeting and January 30, 2025 special meeting
- Receipt and filing of a report on community feedback from the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on February 15, 2025
- Receipt and filing of an update from Juneteenth Ad Hoc Subcommittees on History and Culture and Entertainment and Talent
- Receipt and filing of the 2025 meeting calendar and upcoming agenda items list
City of Culver City/ Culver City Unified School District Liaison Committee
This is a special meeting of the City of Culver City/Culver City Unified School District Liaison Committee. The agenda contains only procedural items such as call to order, public comment periods, and consent calendar. No specific action items, proposals, or discussions are listed for this meeting.
- No substantive items listed; agenda is entirely procedural boilerplate.
PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will approve the minutes from its January 7 and February 4 meetings. It will review the draft fiscal year 2025‑2026 budget recommendations to be transmitted to the City Council. The body will also receive and file updates from its ad hoc subcommittees, the upcoming meeting calendar, and elect a chair and vice chair.
- Approve minutes for the Jan 7, 2025 meeting (item 25‑841C‑1)
- Approve minutes for the Feb 4, 2025 meeting (item 25‑842C‑2)
- Review draft FY 2025‑2026 budget recommendations and authorize transmission to the City Manager (item 25‑843A‑1)
- Receipt and filing of updates from ad hoc subcommittees and external appointments (item 25‑844A‑2)
- Election of the commission chair and vice chair (item 25‑916A‑4)
CULTURAL AFFAIRS COMMISSION
This meeting of the Culver City Cultural Affairs Commission has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council will hold a closed session on labor negotiations with six employee groups, then recognize former PRCS Commissioner Jane Leonard. During the regular session, consent items include approval of a $655,615 contract for citywide high-voltage streetlight conversion design, a $250,000 five-year agreement for transportation vehicle lift maintenance, and adoption of the 2024 Housing Element and General Plan annual progress reports.
- Closed session: labor negotiations with Culver City Employees Association, Management Group, Police Officers Association, Police Management Group, Fire Fighters Association, and Fire Management Association
- Recognition: commendation to Jane Leonard for service as PRCS Commissioner
- Consent: professional services agreement with Willdan Engineering for design of citywide high-voltage streetlight conversion, not-to-exceed $655,615, plus up to $65,560 contingency
- Consent: five-year general services agreement with Southwest Lift & Equipment for transportation vehicle lifts maintenance and repair, aggregate $250,000 ($50,000/year)
- Consent: adoption of resolution approving 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report and 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report
FINANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Finance Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for March 12, 2025, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.
Joint Special City Council - Advisory Committee on Housing and Homelessness
The Joint Special City Council - Advisory Committee on Housing and Homelessness will discuss the status of the 2018 plan to prevent and combat homelessness and authorize the release of a request for proposals to update the plan.
- Approval of April 2021 Joint City Council and Advisory Committee minutes
- Status update on the 2018 plan to prevent and combat homelessness
- Authorization to release a request for proposals to update the 2018 plan
City Council Meeting Agenda
The Culver City Council will consider a consent calendar of routine items, including approvals of cash disbursements, meeting minutes, and initiation of annual assessments for Higuera Street landscaping and lighting, Landscape Maintenance District No. 1, and sewer user service charges. Notable decisions include acceptance of a $76,710 federal energy grant and a $76,663.44 purchase order to retrofit 196 city-owned streetlights, approval of final plans for East Washington Boulevard traffic signal fiber optic improvements, an amendment to a security contract with Good Guard Security, Inc. increasing the amount by $113,455, and authorization of free fare days on Culver CityBus for Bike to Work Day, Clean Air Day, and New Year's Eve.
- Accept $76,710 grant from U.S. Dept. of Energy for streetlight retrofits; approve $76,663.44 purchase order with Rexel USA
- Approve final plans and authorize bids for East Washington Boulevard traffic signal fiber optic improvements
- Initiate proceedings for annual assessments for Higuera Street Landscaping & Lighting District and Landscape Maintenance District No. 1
- Amend agreement with Good Guard Security, Inc. increasing not-to-exceed amount by $113,455 through June 2027
- Authorize free fare days on Culver CityBus for Bike to Work Day (May 16, 2025), Clean Air Day (Oct 1, 2025), and New Year's Eve (Dec 31, 2025)
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
The regular meeting of the Civil Service Commission scheduled for March 5, 2025, has been cancelled.
City Council Meeting Agenda
The March 5, 2025 City Council regular session was cancelled. No business was conducted or considered.
- No items considered; meeting cancelled
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
The Civil Service Commission will recognize five Public Works employees with merit awards and consider approving minutes from December 2024. The consent calendar also includes extending eligible lists for several job classifications including Police Lieutenant and Maintenance Carpenter. The meeting is largely procedural with no major policy decisions on the agenda.
- Merit awards for David Nauta, Thomas Check, Orsi Escobar, Eduardo Sanabria, David Finau, and Victor Sims (Public Works Department)
- Approval of minutes from the regular meeting of December 4, 2024
- Extension of eligible lists for Police Lieutenant (Promotional), Maintenance Carpenter (Promotional), Revenue & Budget Supervisor, Pool Maintenance Technician, Administrative Secretary, and Secretary
City Council Meeting Agenda
The March 5, 2025 regular meeting of the Culver City Council has been cancelled. No items were considered or discussed.
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council, sitting jointly with the Successor Agency, Housing Authority, and Parking Authority, will consider current and proposed work plans for city departments. The meeting includes a presentation of status updates for the current fiscal year and proposed priorities for the next. Council may give direction to the city manager based on the discussion.
- Presentation and consideration of FY 2024-2025 Work Plan Status Updates (Attachment 1)
- Review of FY 2025-2026 Proposed Work Plan Priorities (Attachment 2)
- Discussion of Adopted Strategic Goals for 2024-2029 (Attachment 3)
- Possible direction to City Manager on work plan adjustments
PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The regular meeting of the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission scheduled for March 4, 2025, was cancelled. No business was conducted. The notice of cancellation was issued by the City of Culver City.
City Council Meeting Agenda
The regularly scheduled City Council meeting for March 4, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
- Notice of cancellation posted for March 3-5, 2025
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council will discuss a possible pause on rent increases and a moratorium on evictions in response to recent wildfires, and give direction to the City Manager. The Council will also review current and proposed work plans for city departments for fiscal years 2024-2025 and 2025-2026. This is a special joint meeting also serving as the Successor Agency, Housing Authority, and Parking Authority boards.
- Discussion on a pause on rent increases and a moratorium on evictions due to recent wildfires (Item 25-857A-1)
- Presentation and consideration of current FY 2024-2025 Work Plan status updates and proposed FY 2025-2026 Work Plan priorities (Item 25-849A-2)
- Adopted Strategic Goals for 2024-2029 included as attachment
Standing Sustainability Subcommittee
The Standing Sustainability Subcommittee will meet to discuss a plant-based treaty, a ban on glue traps, and plastic reduction proposals from the Ballona Creek Renaissance.
- Approval of November 18, 2024, Subcommittee minutes
- Receive presentation on the Plant Based Treaty
- Receive presentation regarding a ban on glue traps
- Discuss 4B plastic reduction proposals from Ballona Creek Renaissance
- Advance committee recommendations to City Council
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Culver City Planning Commission will hold three public hearings: a new Subdivision Ordinance that includes relocating condominium conversion code and adopting small lot design standards, a zoning code amendment to align Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations with state law, and a continuance of an annual zoning code amendment for clarifications and corrections. The commission will also take public comment on items not on the agenda and consider action items. No fiscal decisions or specific project addresses are listed.
- New Subdivision Ordinance incorporating condominium conversion code relocation and small lot design standards
- Zoning code amendment to update Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations to conform to state ADU law
- Continuance of annual zoning code amendment for clarifications, corrections, and updates
- Finding of a Negative Declaration under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) for the Subdivision Ordinance
- Consideration of city-initiated zoning code amendment (P2025-0012-ZCA) and annual amendment (P2025-0023-ZCA)
EQUITY & HUMAN RELATIONS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Equity & Human Relations Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss a presentation titled 'Community Conversations: Spark Healing Through Conversation: How the Middle East Crisis Affects Me.' The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at the Culver City Senior Center.
- Presentation: Community Conversations: Spark Healing Through Conversation
- Topic: How the Middle East Crisis Affects Me
- Meeting: Special Meeting - Revision Two (2)
- Location: Culver City Senior Center, Rooms B45 & B47
- Time: 5:00 PM Tuesday, February 25, 2025
ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS
The Advisory Committee on Housing and Homelessness will receive an update on the 2025 Homeless Count and prepare for a joint meeting with the City Council on March 10, 2025, by discussing ongoing homeless programming and programming gaps. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes from January 28, 2025.
- Approve minutes for the regular meeting of January 28, 2025 (Consent Calendar C-1)
- Homeless Count Subcommittee update on the 2025 Homeless Count event (Action Item A-1)
- Discuss ongoing homeless programming and identify gaps in preparation for the joint City Council and Advisory Committee meeting on March 10, 2025 (Action Item A-2)
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council will consider consent items including an amended tract map for the Ivy Station development at 8809 Washington Boulevard, a contract amendment for street-based medical services for unhoused residents up to $574,665, and a resolution to vacate a portion of Drakewood Avenue. The agenda also includes a commendation for retiring K-9 Officer Ander and an update on the homelessness emergency.
- Consent item: Amending Tract Map No. 73978-A for Ivy Station at 8809 Washington Boulevard
- Consent item: Amendment to Healthcare in Action agreement for street-based medical services, not-to-exceed $574,665 including behavioral health
- Consent item: Resolution of intention to vacate 543 sq ft of Drakewood Avenue at 10701 Drakewood Avenue
- Consent item: Professional services agreement with Gibson Transportation Consulting for Rancho Higuera Traffic Study Phase 2, not-to-exceed $154,500
- Consent item: Acceptance of $145,403 in CDBG funds and associated budget amendment
MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee
The MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Advisory Committee will discuss and potentially authorize transmittal of its draft FY2025-2026 budget recommendations to the City Council. It will also evaluate the recent MLK Jr. event held on February 15, receive community feedback on past Juneteenth celebrations, and discuss committee bylaws and logistics. The meeting includes approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Approval of minutes for Dec 4, 2024 and Jan 9, 2025 special meetings
- Discussion on committee bylaws regarding logistics, rules, and delegation of responsibilities
- Review of draft FY2025-2026 budget recommendations and possible authorization to transmit to City Council
- Evaluation of the MLK Jr. event that took place on Feb 15, 2025
- Receipt of community feedback reports for past Juneteenth celebrations
CULTURAL AFFAIRS COMMISSION
The Cultural Affairs Commission will meet to approve minutes from December and January, form a subcommittee for the Fiesta de la Ballona entertainment, and discuss work plans for the upcoming fiscal years.
- Approval of minutes from December 17, 2024, and January 21, 2025
- Creation of an Ad Hoc Fiesta de la Ballona Entertainment Subcommittee
- Consideration of FY 2024-25 Cultural Affairs Work Plan updates
- Consideration of FY 2025-26 Cultural Affairs Work Plan priorities
- Feedback on 2028 Olympics and Paralympics programming recommendations
Standing Mobility Subcommittee
The Standing Mobility Subcommittee will receive updates on complete streets design standards and bicycle and pedestrian improvements. Members will also discuss parking requests and restrictions at specific locations and review Public Works mobility projects for FY 2024-25 and FY 2025-26.
- Bicycle and pedestrian improvements on Overland Ave, Green Valley Cir, Buckingham Pkwy, and Washington Blvd
- Overnight parking restrictions on Wrightcrest Drive in front of Blair Hills Park
- Parking request for Sawtelle Boulevard under the 405 Freeway
- Public Works Department FY 2024-25 mobility projects and FY 2025-26 considerations
- Complete Streets design standards update
FINANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Finance Advisory Committee will consider approving two tax status reports for transmittal to the City Council: a Measure CC and Measure C sales tax status report for Q1 FY2025, and a Real Property Transfer Tax status report for Q2 FY2025. The committee will also review and make a recommendation on its own proposed budget for fiscal year 2025-2026, and receive reports from four ad hoc subcommittees on assets, structural revenue review, affordable housing, and government efficiency. Additionally, the committee will administer the oath of office to a newly appointed member and update subcommittee appointments.
- Approval of Measure CC and Measure C sales tax status report for Q1 FY2025
- Approval of Real Property Transfer Tax status report for Q2 FY2025
- Review and recommendation of FY2025-2026 budget for Finance Advisory Committee
- Reports from Assets, Structural Revenue Review, Affordable Housing, and 2025 Government Efficiency Ad Hoc Subcommittees
- Administration of oath of office to newly appointed member Santhasundari 'Santha' Rajiv
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider a new density and bonus incentives ordinance for affordable housing, including a finding of consistency with the certified EIR for the 2045 General Plan and zoning code updates. It will also consider citywide residential and mixed‑use objective design standards and a related zoning code amendment that seeks exemption from CEQA. No other actions are listed on the agenda.
- Public hearing on new density and other bonus incentives ordinance (Affordable Housing Density Bonus)
- Public hearing on citywide residential and mixed‑use objective design standards and zoning code amendment (exemption from CEQA)
DISABILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Disability Advisory Committee will receive reports from Bridge OT and the AARP Age-Friendly Communities Action Plan, discuss options for communicating recommendations to the City Council, and consider forming a subcommittee for the Architectural Barriers Program.
- Approval of December 11, 2024 meeting minutes
- Receipt of report from Bridge OT
- Receipt of AARP Age-Friendly Communities Action Plan update
- Consideration of forming an Architectural Barriers Program subcommittee
- Discussion of options to communicate recommendations to City Council
Cultural Affairs Commission Public Art Subcommittee
The Cultural Affairs Commission Public Art Subcommittee will meet to review several program proposals. Items include an expansion of the utility box program, a rotating public art program for three‑dimensional works, a commemorative poster program, and an updated deaccession policy for the Art in Public Places program. The subcommittee will provide comments and make recommendations to the Cultural Affairs Commission. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the October 29, 2024 subcommittee meeting.
- Expansion of the Utility Box Program (item 25-749)
- Rotating public art program for 3‑dimensional art (item 25-750)
- Commemorative poster program celebrating Culver City (item 25-766)
- Updated deaccession procedural policy for the Art in Public Places program (item 25-767)
- Approval of minutes from the October 29, 2024 subcommittee meeting (item 25-748)
City Council Meeting Agenda
The council will hold a closed‑session meeting at 6:00 PM to discuss three legal matters, including anticipated and existing litigation. Afterward, the open session will include routine consent‑calendar approvals for cash disbursements, meeting minutes, and biannual reports, followed by recognitions and public comment. No policy changes or new contracts are listed on the agenda.
- 25-757CS-1: Closed‑session conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (significant exposure)
- 25-758CS-2: Closed‑session conference with legal counsel on existing WCAB litigation
- 25-759CS-3: Closed‑session conference with legal counsel on additional anticipated litigation
- Consent calendar items: approval of cash disbursements for Jan 18‑31 2025 and approval of Jan 27 2025 council minutes
- Recognition presentations honoring artist laureate Katy Krantz and Black History Month 2025
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
The Civil Service Commission meeting scheduled for 7:00 PM on February 5, 2025 at the Council Chambers has been cancelled. No agenda items were presented.
PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will review a draft of its Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget recommendations to the City Council and may authorize transmittal. The commission will also receive and file a report on the Age-Friendly Needs Assessment, updates from subcommittees and appointees, and the 2025 meeting calendar.
- Review of draft FY 2025-2026 budget recommendations for parks, recreation and community services
- Receipt and filing of the Age-Friendly Needs Assessment report
- Updates from ad hoc subcommittees and representatives to outside bodies
- Approval of the 2025 meeting calendar and upcoming agenda items list
MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee
The MLK Jr. and Juneteenth Celebration Committee is holding a special meeting primarily to select a Master of Ceremony for the upcoming Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration. The agenda includes public comment, receipt of correspondence, and consent calendar items, but the only substantive action item is the MC selection, with biographies of two candidates (Teck Holmes and Shynieka Taylor) attached.
- Selection of the Master of Ceremony for the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration (candidates: Teck Holmes and Shynieka Taylor)
LANDLORD TENANT MEDIATION BOARD
The Landlord Tenant Mediation Board will consider three action items: approving minutes from the October 30, 2024 meeting; reviewing a quarterly report of mediated cases and discussing mediation requests from October 2024 through January 2025; and authorizing the draft biannual report covering July‑December 2024 and planned activities for early 2025 to be sent to the City Council. The board will also continue discussion of a sample mock trial.
- Approve minutes for the regular meeting of October 30, 2024 (Item 25-718C-1).
- Quarterly report of mediated cases and discussion of mediation requests for Oct 2024‑Jan 2025 (Item 25-719A-1).
- Authorize transmittal of the draft LTMB biannual report to the City Council (Item 25-720A-2).
- Continue discussion of a sample mock trial (Item 25-721A-3).
EQUITY & HUMAN RELATIONS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Equity & Human Relations Advisory Committee will receive and consider recommendations from four ad hoc subcommittees: Community Conversations, Equity and Human Relations Awards, Diversity Awareness Projects, and Soccer Prohibition Signs. The committee will also review and potentially approve its draft January 2025 biannual report, discuss meeting needs for the first half of 2025, and review its current ad hoc subcommittees, deciding which to dissolve or form. Action items include approving report recommendations and determining next steps.
- Community Conversations Ad Hoc Subcommittee report with City Council recommendations from Jan 13, 2025
- Diversity Awareness Projects subcommittee report includes draft recognitions for Kunisawa Farm and Frank Sebastian Cotton Club
- Soccer Prohibition Signs subcommittee report references an updated Culver City Municipal Code section 9.10.055
- Draft January 2025 Biannual Report summarizing July-December 2024 accomplishments and proposed activities through June 2025
- Review and possible restructuring of existing ad hoc subcommittees and formation of new ones for the 2025-2026 budget plan
ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS
The Advisory Committee on Housing and Homelessness will review a draft Request for Proposals for an updated homeless plan and vote on next steps to issue the RFP. The committee will also receive an overview of the 2025 Homeless Count event and draft a biannual report to the City Council.
- Review draft Request for Proposals for updated homeless plan
- Vote on next steps to issue RFP
- Receive overview of 2025 Homeless Count event
- Draft biannual report to City Council (July–Dec 2024)
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council will review a consent calendar that includes routine approvals and a grant award of up to $250,000 from the Clean Power Alliance to design and build charging infrastructure for the city’s electric‑vehicle fleet. The meeting also includes a closed‑session discussion of parking‑structure license negotiations and a presentation on a UCLA mobile stroke unit program. Public comment periods are scheduled for items on and off the agenda.
- Approval of cash disbursements for Jan 4‑17 2025 (Consent Item 25‑641C‑1)
- Approval of minutes from the Jan 13 2025 council meeting (Consent Item 25‑666C‑2)
- Acceptance of a grant up to $250,000 for EV fleet charging infrastructure (Consent Item 25‑552C‑3)
- Closed‑session negotiation of parking‑license agreements for Ince, Cardiff, Watseka, Culver Steps, and Venice parking structures (Item 25‑591CS‑1)
- Presentation by Dr. May Nour on UCLA’s mobile stroke unit program (Item 25‑577P‑1)
City of Culver City/ Culver City Unified School District Liaison Committee
This is a special meeting of the City of Culver City / Culver City Unified School District Liaison Committee. The agenda contains only procedural items and no specific action items, discussions, or public hearings are listed. The meeting will include public comment periods and receipt of correspondence.
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit to open a child daycare center with an outdoor play area at 11132 Washington Boulevard in the Mixed Use Corridor 1 zone. The commission will also consider approving draft meeting minutes from October 9 and November 13, 2024. The rest of the agenda consists of routine procedural items.
- Public hearing for a conditional use permit to establish a child daycare center at 11132 Washington Boulevard in the MU-1 zone
- Approval of draft Planning Commission minutes from October 9, 2024
- Approval of draft Planning Commission minutes from November 13, 2024
CULTURAL AFFAIRS COMMISSION
The Cultural Affairs Commission will discuss programmatic options for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The body will also review and authorize the transmittal of its biannual report to the City Council.
- Discussion of programmatic options for 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games
- Review of biannual report covering July to December 2024 accomplishments and January to June 2025 plans
Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee will receive a presentation and discuss a planned mobility education event, an update on bicycle and pedestrian improvements on Overland Avenue, Green Valley Circle, Buckingham Parkway, and Washington Boulevard, and a review of the Complete Streets Design Guidelines. The committee will also consider a biannual report to the Culver City Council on BPAC activities.
- Receive presentation and discuss plans for a mobility education event
- Update and discussion on bike/ped improvements on Overland Ave, Green Valley Cir, Buckingham Pkwy, and Washington Blvd with attached plans
- Receive update and discuss the Complete Streets Design Guidelines
- Presentation and discussion of Public Works Department FY 2024-25 mobility projects and projects for FY 2025-26
- Review biannual report to City Council on BPAC activities and authorize transmittal
MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee
The MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee will determine event dates and a venue for the 2025 celebrations. The body will also discuss budget recommendations for fiscal year 2025/2026 and draft a biannual report for the City Council.
- Election of the committee Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of the rescheduled event date for the MLK Jr. Celebration
- Approval of the event date and venue for the 2025 Juneteenth Celebration
- Consideration of a budget letter and FY 2025/2026 budget adjustment recommendations
- Drafting of a biannual report to City Council covering July through December 2024
City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council will hold a closed‑session meeting to discuss two legal counsel conferences on existing litigation. Public items include a recognition proclamation for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Day 2025 and an update on homelessness programs. The council will also consider consent calendar items, including cash disbursements and the award of $202,223 to 21 organizations for the 2025 Performing Arts Grant Program.
- Closed‑session conference with legal counsel on Friends and Families for Move Culver City v. City of Culver City (Case No. 23STCP03833)
- Closed‑session conference with legal counsel on Fox Hills Canterbury Co. v. City of Culver City (Case No. 24STCP00451)
- Proclamation honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Day 2025
- Consent item approving cash disbursements for Nov 30 2024 – Jan 3 2025
- Authorization to award $202,223 to 21 organizations for the 2025 Performing Arts Grant Program
MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Committee
At this special meeting, the MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Advisory Committee will select three grand prize winners of the Fellowship & Beyond Video Contest. The committee will also receive and file its 2025 meeting calendar and upcoming agenda items list, and receive updates from ad hoc subcommittees.
- Select three grand prize winners of the Fellowship & Beyond Video Contest
- Receive and file the 2025 meeting calendar and upcoming agenda items list
- Receive updates from ad hoc subcommittees
FINANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The committee will approve the minutes from the September 11 and September 25, 2024 Finance Advisory Committee meetings. It will approve the FY24 Q4 Measure CC & C sales tax status report and the FY25 Q1 real property transfer tax status report for transmission to the City Council. The body will also receive reports from several ad‑hoc subcommittees and draft the biannual finance report to be sent to the Council.
- Approve minutes for the Finance Advisory Committee meeting of September 11, 2024 (item 25-516C-1).
- Approve minutes for the Finance Advisory Committee meeting of September 25, 2024 (item 25-513C-2).
- Approve the Measure CC & C sales tax status report (FY24 Q4) and the real property transfer tax status report (FY25 Q1) for City Council transmittal (item 25-501A-1).
- Receive reports from the Assets, Structural Revenue Review, Affordable Housing, 2025 Government Efficiency ad‑hoc subcommittees and provide direction to staff (item 25-499A-2).
- Draft the Finance Advisory Committee biannual report and authorize its transmittal to the City Council (item 25-627A-3).
PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
The commission will vote on recommending the Parks Plan to the City Council, consider a subcommittee recommendation against dual-striping tennis courts for pickleball, receive reports on the department budget, and hear updates from ad hoc committees.
- Recommendation to City Council to approve the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department’s Parks Plan.
- Consideration of subcommittee recommendation to not resurface tennis courts with dual stripes for tennis and pickleball use.
- Receipt and filing of FY 2024/2025 adopted budget report and consideration of drafting budget adjustment letter to City Council.
- Receipt of updates from ad hoc subcommittees and representative appointees to outside associations.
- Approval of minutes from the special meeting of November 21, 2024 and regular meeting of December 3, 2024.
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
The Civil Service Commission meeting scheduled for January 1, 2025, has been cancelled.