Carson public meetings in 2024
25 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Carson Reclamation Authority
The board approved the minutes from the July 1 regular and July 18 special meetings. It ratified claims and demands totaling $544,108.01. The authority received and filed its June and July monthly reserves and cash reports. It also authorized a one‑month extension of its commercial general liability insurance with $10,000,000 coverage at a cost of $8,600.00 plus $273.48 in taxes/fees.
- Ratify claims and demands in the amount of $544,108.01 (Resolution No. 24-10-CRJPA).
- Receive and file the monthly reserves and cash report for the month ending June 30, 2024.
- Receive and file the monthly reserves and cash report for the month ending July 31, 2024.
- Authorize a one‑month extension of commercial general liability coverage to $10,000,000 aggregate limit, costing $8,600.00 plus $273.48 taxes/fees.
- Approve minutes from the July 1, 2024 regular meeting and July 18, 2024 special meeting.
City Council
The Carson City Council approved the minutes from the August 6, 2024 regular meeting. The body also received a $50,000 grant from Socalgas to update the city's Climate Action Plan. During introductions, the council discussed a $25,000 reward for a hit-and-run suspect and received public safety reports.
- Approval of August 6, 2024 regular meeting minutes
- $50,000 grant from Socalgas for Climate Action Plan update
- Discussion of $25,000 reward for hit-and-run suspect
- Presentation of proclamations for September 11, Hispanic Heritage Month, and Sickle Cell Awareness Month
- Public comments regarding street paving and crime
City Council
The City Council reviewed reports from the Sheriff's Station and Los Angeles County Fire Department regarding recent activity. Discussions included fire responses related to encampments near the 110 freeway and upcoming holiday preparedness.
- Closed session regarding labor negotiations with AME, CPSA, AFSCME Local 809, Local 1017, and Unclassified Management
- Closed session regarding pending litigation: CAM -Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority, City of Carson and Successor Agency to the Carson Redevelopment Agency
- Sheriff's Station report including a July 13 catalytic converter event
- Fire Department report noting 924 total responses for June, including 714 EMS calls
- Proclamation recognizing July as American Independence Day
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority met on July 1, 2024, to approve financial reports and infrastructure agreements. The board decided to ratify $709,133.41 in claims, approve a recycled water facility agreement with West Basin Municipal Water District, and authorize a $250,000 preconstruction contract for the Stadium Way road project on the former Cal-Compact landfill. These items cover local water infrastructure development and road construction on a former landfill site. The board also approved meeting minutes and reviewed the May cash report.
- Ratified claims and demands totaling $709,133.41
- Approved agreement with West Basin Municipal Water District for future recycled water facilities
- Authorized $250,000 preconstruction agreement with SL Carson Builders, LLC for the Stadium Way road project
- Approved minutes from June 3 and June 18, 2024 meetings
- Reviewed monthly reserves and cash report for May 31, 2024
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority approved a fifth amendment to an option agreement involving the former Cal Compact Landfill. The board also approved a conflict waiver for legal representation regarding the redevelopment of landfill cells 3, 4, and 5.
- Approval of Fifth Amendment to Option Agreement and Joint Escrow Instructions for Carson Goose Owner, LLC
- Approval of conflict waiver for Greenberg Traurig to represent Angelo Gordon & Co. regarding Cal Compact Landfill cells 3, 4, and 5
City Council
The City Council held a regular meeting including closed sessions regarding labor negotiations and litigation. The council approved several consent items, including the ratification of significant financial claims and demands.
- Ratification of $8,911,866.72 in general demands
- Ratification of $508,858.60 for co-op agreement construction costs
- Ratification of $1,205.00 in Carson Housing Authority claims
- Ratification of $4,725.10 in Carson Successor Agency claims
- Authorization of City Attorney to commence legal proceedings
City Council
The City Council voted to oppose Senate Bill 1164 regarding property tax exclusions for accessory dwelling units. The council also approved various insurance coverage programs for the 2024/25 fiscal year.
- Opposition to Senate Bill 1164 (property tax exclusion for new ADUs)
- Opposition to Senate Bill 1494 (sales rebate agreements)
- Ratification of claims and demands totaling $10,320,756.26
- Approval of Excess Liability Insurance via PRISM up to $1,495,000
- Approval of Excess Workers' Compensation via PRISM up to $252,000
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority met to approve its fiscal year 2024/25 budget, which totals $72,830,000 and sets spending levels for authority operations through June 2025. Board members reviewed financial details including bond funds, legal costs, and contractor payments before unanimously approving the resolution. The body also approved consent items covering $286,926.95 in claims and a new public liability insurance policy with a premium up to $180,490.00. A closed session addressed pending litigation involving CAM-Carson, LLC, though no action was reported.
- Approved Resolution No. 24-06-CRJPA adopting the fiscal year 2024/25 budget totaling $72,830,000
- Ratified claims and demands in the amount of $286,926.95
- Authorized public entity liability insurance coverage from Chubb/Ace American with a premium not exceeding $180,490.00
- Received closed session report on pending litigation (CAM-Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority)
- Approved minutes from the May 6, 2024 regular meeting
City Council
The City Council held a regular meeting to approve several consent items, including budget transfers for public safety. The council also addressed closed session items regarding labor negotiations and pending litigation.
- Ratification of general demands totaling $5,217,635.86
- Ratification of Carson Housing Authority claims totaling $27,325.74
- Ratification of Carson Successor Agency claims totaling $21,749.35
- Budget transfer to increase the animal control contract budget by $150,000
- Approval of an updated memorandum of understanding with CPSA - SEIU Local 721
City Council
The council held closed sessions regarding labor negotiations with several unions and ongoing litigation involving Tesoro and Phillips 66. The Sheriff's Department reported on community engagement and recent increases in graffiti and car break-ins. Residents also requested a new grocery store at University Drive and Avalon Boulevard.
- Labor negotiations with AME, CPSA, AFSCME Local 809 and 1017, and Unclassified Management
- Litigation involving Tesoro Refining & Marketing Company and Phillips 66 Company
- Sheriff's Department report on community engagement and crime trends
- Public request for a grocery store at University Drive and Avalon Boulevard
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority met on May 6, 2024, to approve its April meeting minutes and ratify claims totaling $461,369.86 via Resolution No. 24-05-CRJPA. Members also held a closed session to discuss pending litigation involving the authority, though no specific action was reported from that discussion.
- Ratified claims and demands totaling $461,369.86
- Approved minutes from the April 2, 2024 regular meeting
- Held closed session to discuss existing litigation (CAM-Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority)
City Council
The City Council approved a contract with Crown Castle, Inc. for dark fiber leases not to exceed $1,072,000. The council also ratified several claims and demands totaling over $2.3 million for the City of Carson and its agencies.
- Contract with Crown Castle, Inc. for Dark Fiber Leases up to $1,072,000
- Ratification of City of Carson claims and demands totaling $2,285,675.68
- Ratification of Carson Successor Agency claims and demands totaling $53,110.63
- Ratification of Carson Housing Authority claims and demands totaling $21,243.67
- Amendment to BRI Consulting Group, Inc. contract for $552,946.95
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority met on April 2, 2024, to approve recent meeting minutes, receive a February financial report, and process routine resolutions. Board members unanimously ratified $532,968.66 in claims and approved an extension through March 27, 2025, for consulting services with David Taussig and Associates regarding CFD restructuring and special tax matters. The board also held a closed session to discuss pending litigation involving CAM-Carson, LLC, but reported no action taken.
- Ratified claims and demands totaling $532,968.66
- Approved Amendment No. 2 extending the David Taussig and Associates contract through March 27, 2025, for CFD restructuring consulting
- Received and filed the monthly reserves and cash report for February 2024
- Approved minutes from March 4, 7, and 19 meetings
- Held closed session to confer with legal counsel on pending litigation (CAM-Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority)
City Council
The City Council held closed sessions regarding anticipated and existing litigation, as well as labor negotiations. The public meeting included various proclamations recognizing April themes such as autism awareness, sexual assault awareness, and fair housing.
- Ratification of claims and demands totaling $2,027,007.31
- Proclamation for Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month
- Proclamation for Sexual Assault/Violence Awareness Month
- Proclamation for Alcohol Awareness Month
- Proclamation for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Authority held a special meeting to discuss pending litigation involving CAM-Carson, LLC. The board also convened in a closed session to confer with legal counsel.
- Closed session conference regarding CAM-Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority, City of Carson and Successor Agency to the Carson Redevelopment Agency (Case No. 20STCV16461)
City Council
The council signed a memorandum of understanding with CSUDH to establish an internship and mentorship program. Members also reviewed updates on the Dominguez Channel project and reports from the Sheriff's Station. Additionally, the council approved various claims and demands for the city and its agencies.
- Ratification of City Council claims and demands totaling $5,782,442.23
- Signing of a memorandum of understanding with CSUDH for an internship program
- Update on the Dominguez Channel project from LA County Public Works
- Report from the Carson Sheriff's Station regarding community safety
- Ratification of Housing Authority claims and demands totaling $10,776.68
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Authority held a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding pending litigation involving CAM-Carson, LLC. No reportable action was taken during the meeting.
- Closed session conference regarding CAM-Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority, City of Carson and Successor Agency to the Carson Redevelopment Agency (Case No. 20STCV16461)
City Council
The Carson City Council met to approve various contracts and review financial reports. The council ratified millions of dollars in claims and extended the Dial-A-Ride service contract for one year. Additionally, officials received updates on city projects and police department community events.
- Ratification of $4,696,611.54 in general claims and demands
- One-year extension of the Dial-A-Ride service contract
- Purchase of two electric Ford Transit cargo vans for up to $123,031.18
- Update on park WiFi projects with a June 30, 2024 completion date
- Receipt of the FY 2022-23 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (Grade A)
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Authority postponed a closed session regarding litigation with CAM-Carson, LLC to a future meeting. The Board also reviewed monthly reserves and cash reports for January 2024.
- Postponement of legal conference regarding CAM-Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority (Case No. 20STCV16461)
- Ratification of claims and demands totaling $253,458.42
- Review of monthly reserves and cash report for January sending month
City Council
The City Council approved updated guidelines for the Neighborhood Pride Program. The council also reviewed several closed session items regarding anticipated and existing litigation.
- Updated Neighborhood Pride Program guidelines allowing loans up to $50,000 for single family homes
- Ratification of city claims and demands totaling $4,249,374.03
- Ratification of Carson Housing Authority claims and demands totaling $55,250.85
- Ratification of Carson Successor Agency claims and demands totaling $11,091.25
- Contract approval with Bario & Associates, LLC for up to $100,000
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority approved an amendment to its $5,000,000 pollution liability policy. The board also ratified claims totaling $414,776.47 and reviewed monthly financial reports.
- Ratification of claims and demands in the amount of $414,776.47
- Amendment to a $5,000,000 contractor pollution liability policy with an additional premium not to exceed $5,159
- Review of monthly reserves and cash reports for November and December 2023
City Council
The Carson City Council met to review administrative updates, proclamations, and department reports. The council approved previous meeting minutes and ratified financial claims and demands amounting to $3,434,083.91. The session also included safety updates from the Sheriff's Department and Los Angeles County Fire Department.
- Ratification of claims and demands totaling $3,434,083.91
- Recognition of Mayor Lula Davis-Holmes as Carson's first elected female African American Mayor
- Proposed amendments to the job classification and salary for Animal Control Officer
- Rescheduling of the Dominguez Channel Project update to March 5, 2024
City Council
The City Council reviewed updates on citywide surveillance camera installations and license plate recognition programs. Law enforcement officials provided crime statistics for 2023 and discussed upcoming community safety initiatives.
- Update on multi-million-dollar surveillance camera and access control project with Johnson Controls
- Status of License Plate Recognition (LPR) Camera Project involving nearly 80 cameras
- Report from Carson Sheriff's Station regarding 2023 crime statistics and a $100,000 reward
- Presentation on the Public Safety Engagement Officer Team and Program
- Discussion of Homekey 3.0 project to create 107 studio apartments on Albertoni Street
City Council
The Carson City Council reviewed reports from the Sheriff’s Department and Los Angeles County Fire Department regarding community safety. The council ratified over $5 million in general claims and approved several service contracts. The meeting also included a presentation of an energy achievement award.
- Ratification of $5,136,839.57 in general claims and demands
- Approval of three photography service contracts totaling up to $240,000
- Amendment of the IT Security Officer job classification and salary
- Acceptance of completed basketball backboard installation at Stevenson Park
- Purchase order for $27,875 for security services from Black Knight Patrol Inc
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority met to approve the December 4, 2023, meeting minutes and adopt an amendment to its Conflict of Interest Code. The board also ratified claims and demands in the amount of $532,534.57.
- Ratification of claims and demands totaling $532,534.57
- Adoption of a Conflict of Interest Code Amendment
- Approval of December 4, 2023, meeting minutes