Carson public meetings in 2023
16 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council approved a resolution to amend the fiscal year 2023-24 budget for the Carson Reclamation Authority. Additionally, the council adopted an ordinance regarding an economic development benefit agreement for a project at 20400 South Main Street.
- Amended fiscal year 2023-24 budget of $26,000,000 for the Carson Reclamation Authority
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 23-2311 regarding an economic development subsidy at 20400 South Main Street
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority approved an economic development benefit agreement with CAM-Carson, LLC for the former Cal-Compact Landfill site. The Board also authorized a $26,000,000 budget amendment for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. Additionally, the Authority approved a $50,000,000 pollution legal liability insurance policy.
- Economic development agreement with CAM-Carson, LLC for 20400 South Main Street
- $26,000,000 budget amendment for fiscal year 2023-2024
- $50,000,000 pollution legal liability insurance policy with premium up to $2,000,000
- Amendment to David Taussig and Associates, Inc. agreement for consulting services up to $61,000.00
- Fourth Amendment to Option Agreement with Carson Goose Owner, LLC for landfill cell development
City Council
The City Council held a public hearing regarding an economic development benefit agreement for the former Cal-Compact Landfill at 20400 South Main Street. The council also authorized a settlement agreement involving litigation with the Carson Goose entity. Additionally, the council approved increasing the minimum wage to $16.00 per hour for certain city employees.
- Economic development benefit agreement for 20400 South Main Street
- Settlement authorization regarding Carson Goose entity development fees
- Minimum wage increase to $16.00 per hour for certain city employees
- Ratification of claims and demands totaling $2,544,163.45
- Contract with Loma Media for videography up to $31,000
City Council
The City Council received reports from the Sheriff's Station and Los Angeles County Fire Department regarding community safety. The meeting included a legislative update from Senator Bradford's office and presentations on building and safety progress and electric vehicle charging.
- Sheriff's Station report on utility worker impersonation and EV charger safety
- Fire Department report of 1,238 total calls for November including $96,900 in property loss
- Senator Bradford update on $500,000 for Dymally Institute and $15 million for CSUDH infrastructure
- Recognition of Councilman Cedric Hicks as National Black Caucus of Elected Officials Regional Director
- Building and Safety progress update from Transtech Engineers
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority approved several administrative items and a new insurance policy. The board ratified claims and demands for $317,370.62 and authorized a pollution liability policy with Allianz.
- Ratification of claims and demands in the amount of $317,370.62
- Approval of a contractor pollution liability insurance policy with Allianz for up to $52,250 plus taxes and fees
- Third amendment to a settlement agreement with RE|Solutions, LLC
- Review of monthly reserves and cash report for October 2023
City Council
The City Council established a new internship and mentorship program through a memorandum of understanding with California State University, Dominguez Hills. The council also approved several consent items including legal settlements, property compliance extensions, and increased spending limits for maintenance supplies.
- Approved Memorandum of Understanding with CSUDH for an Internship and Mentorship Program
- Ratified Carson Housing Authority claims totaling $26,083.92
- Ratified City of Carson claims totaling $7,079,351.93
- Approved amendment for Shippers Transport Express, Inc. at Sepulveda Boulevard site
- Increased annual Home Depot spending limit from $200,000 to $400,000
City Council
The City Council met to address several legal matters in closed session. Actions included authorizing a settlement agreement regarding the Perry Street Property development and approving the commencement of new litigation.
- Settlement Agreement for the Perry Street Property development
- Authorization to commence litigation
- Sheriff's Department report on traffic enforcement near Main Street and Sepulveda Boulevard
- Los Angeles County Fire Department October statistics report
- Approval of October 17, 2023, meeting minutes
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority approved an amendment to a negotiation agreement with District Essential Housing, LLC regarding the former CAL Compact Landfill site. The board also ratified claims and demands totaling $1,198,403.49. Additionally, members reviewed the monthly reserves and cash report for September 2023.
- Amendment to negotiation agreement with District Essential Housing, LLC at 20400 S. Main Street
- Ratification of claims and demands totaling $1,198,403.49
- Review of monthly reserves and cash report for September 30, 2023
City Council
The Carson City Council met to approve a contract for a historic structure report on City Hall and ratify several financial claims. The council also reviewed reports from the Sheriff's Department regarding local safety and heard public comments regarding street repairs.
- Approved a contract with Architectural Resources Group for a Carson City Hall report up to $148,724
- Ratified City Council claims and demands totaling $4,456,623.52
- Ratified Housing Authority claims and demands totaling $64,704.98
- Ratified Successor Agency claims and demands totaling $2,198.80
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority met to approve several administrative items including a property insurance policy renewal. The board also ratified outstanding claims and demands totaling $54,484.86.
- Renewal of property insurance policy with Starr Technical Risks Agency, Inc. for a premium not to exceed $515,164
- Ratification of claims and demands in the amount of $54,484.86
- Review of monthly reserves and cash report for August 31, 2023
City Council
The Carson City Council met to receive a $2 million check for road reconstruction and review various city reports. The meeting included updates from the Sheriff's Station, the Los Angeles County Fire Department, and several community proclamations.
- $2 million check from Assemblymember Josh Lowenthal for Lomita Boulevard reconstruction
- Ratification of claims and demands totaling $4,003,275.59
- Amendment to Kiley & Associates, LLC contract for a $60,000 increase
- Los Angeles County Fire Department report of 893 total responses
- Sheriff's Station report including five gun-related arrests
City Council
The Council received updates on electric vehicle charging station sites and project progress. Members also reviewed a quarterly financial report regarding projects funded by the American Rescue Plan Act.
- Electric Vehicle Charging Station Sites update presentation
- Ratification of claims and demands totaling $1,400,633.39
- Ratification of Carson Housing Authority claims totaling $6,318.34
- Ratification of Carson Successor Agency claims totaling $3,005.25
- Quarterly financial status report on American Rescue Plan Act projects
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Authority held a closed session to discuss price and terms for real property at the former Cal Compact Landfill. The Board also reviewed draft land use covenants and environmental restrictions for the site.
- Negotiations with Carson Goose Owner, LLC regarding Cells 3, 4, and 5 of the former Cal Compact Landfill at 20400 South Main Street
- Approval of a $10,970.10 claim and demand ratification
- Authorization of a commercial general liability policy not to exceed $109,887.00
- Approval of the Third Amendment to Option Agreement with Carson Goose Owner, LLC
- Approval of draft land use covenant and environmental restrictions for former Cal Compact Landfill (APN 7336-010-903 and 7336-010-905)
City Council
The City Council received a service performance presentation from Long Beach Transit regarding local ridership and security. Additionally, officials discussed Senate Bill 1383 updates for organic recycling and addressed various city recognitions.
- Long Beach Transit service performance update
- Waste Resources Technologies SB 1383 organic recycling presentation
- Recognition of Carson as a finalist for the 2023 Most Business-Friendly City Award
- Proclamation recognizing September 11 as Patriot Day
- Proclamation recognizing National Hispanic Heritage Month
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority held a special meeting to discuss pending litigation. The board entered a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding the case CAM-Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority, City of Carson and Successor Agency to the Carson Redevelopment Agency.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 20STCV16461 (CAM-Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority, City of Carson and Successor Agency to the Carson Redevelopment Agency)
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Authority held a special meeting to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation. No reportable action was taken during the closed session.
- Legal conference regarding CAM-Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority (Case No. 20STCV16461)