Lomita public meetings in 2024

Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission Regular Meeting

The Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission will discuss instituting a two-hour parking time limit on Pennsylvania Avenue near Hathway Park. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and informational updates from the Sheriff's Department.

• Discussion of parking time limit at 25600-25616 Pennsylvania Avenue
• Approval of November 20, 2024 minutes
• Sheriff Department updates
• Staff updates
• Commissioners to attend City Council meetings

The Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission voted to recommend that the City Council institute a two-hour parking time limit (9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily) on the east side of Pennsylvania Avenue at 25600-25616, directly in front of Hathaway Park. The motion passed unanimously with three votes in favor and two members absent. The commission also approved the November 20, 2024 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining items were informational updates.

• Approved minutes of November 20, 2024 (3-0)
• Recommended to City Council a 2-hour parking time limit at 25600-25616 Pennsylvania Avenue, east side, 9am-7pm daily (3-0)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The Lomita City Council will certify the November 5, 2024 municipal election results and select a mayor and mayor pro tem for a one‑year term. It will consider a consent agenda that includes contracts and amendments, such as a $70,414 annual urban forestry agreement and a $215,740 design amendment for the Downtown Lomita stormwater project. The council will hold a public hearing on Zoning Text Amendment No. 2024‑07, which updates residential land‑use definitions and standards, and will discuss councilmember assignments for 2025.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 866 amending ADU and JADU provisions in the municipal code
• Approve contract with United Pacific Services, Inc. for urban forestry services up to $70,414 per year for three years
• Approve First Amendment to Agreement with Hazen and Sawyer, adding $215,740 plus a 10% contingency ($21,574) for the Downtown Lomita Multi‑Benefit Stormwater Project (total not to exceed $237,314)
• Approve Amendment No. 4 to Agreement with Numa Networks for IT upgrades at the Cypress Water Facility
• Public hearing on Zoning Text Amendment No. 2024‑07 for in‑house cleanup, including consideration of Urgency Ordinance No. 867U and Ordinance No. 868

The Lomita City Council certified the November 5, 2024 election results, swore in reelected members, and reorganized leadership, selecting Waronek as Mayor and Segawa as Mayor Pro Tem. The council approved a consent agenda including a $70,414/year urban forestry contract, a $237,314 stormwater design amendment, and adopted Ordinance No. 866 updating ADU rules. It also adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 867U and introduced Ordinance No. 868 for residential zoning code cleanup.

• Certified election results via Resolution No. 2024-36 (5-0)
• Selected Waronek as Mayor and Segawa as Mayor Pro Tem (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $70,414/year urban forestry contract (5-0)
• Approved $237,314 amendment for stormwater design services (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 866 updating ADU/JADU code (5-0)
• Adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 867U for zoning cleanup (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 868 for residential zoning updates (5-0)
• Approved 2025 councilmember assignments to organizations (5-0)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The Lomita City Council will hold public hearings on two zoning text amendments: one updating accessory dwelling unit regulations and another revising definitions and standards for in‑house clean‑up. The council will also vote on a one‑year renewal of the Dial‑A‑Ride program contract and on cancelling the January 7, 2025 regular meeting. Routine consent‑agenda items, including minutes and payroll warrants, will be approved by a single motion.

• Renewal of the Professional Services Agreement with Administrative Services Co‑Op for the Dial‑A‑Ride program (one‑year contract)
• Cancellation of the regular City Council meeting scheduled for January 7, 2025
• Public hearing and adoption of Urgency Ordinance No. 865 and Ordinance No. 866 to amend ADU and junior ADU provisions
• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance No. 867 to amend sections related to in‑house clean‑up definitions and standards
• Consent agenda items: waive full reading of ordinances, approve minutes, approve warrants/payroll register

The City Council adopted an urgency ordinance to align accessory dwelling unit (ADU) and junior accessory dwelling unit (JADU) standards with new state laws. The council also renewed a contract for the Dial-A-Ride program and cancelled a January meeting. A proposed zoning update regarding residential development standards was tabled.

• Adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 865 updating ADU and JADU standards (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 866 for first reading regarding ADU and JADU standards (5-0)
• Tabled Zoning Text Amendment No. 2024-07 regarding residential development standards (5-0)
• Authorized one-year contract renewal with Administrative Services Co-Op for Dial-A-Ride program (5-0)
• Cancelled the January 7, 2025, Regular City Council meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes from October 1, October 15, and November 5, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved Warrants/Payroll Register (5-0)

Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting

The Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission will elect a Vice‑Chair to serve through 2025. It will also approve the minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting. Staff will provide updates and the commission will discuss a holiday home decorating contest. Public members may address the commission during the oral communications segment.

• Selection of Vice‑Chair for the remainder of 2024‑2025
• Approval of minutes – October 22, 2024
• Holiday Home Decorating Contest
• Staff updates
• Oral communications from the public

The Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously selected Commissioner Tamer as Vice-Chair for the remainder of 2024-2025 and approved the October 22, 2024 meeting minutes. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting included staff updates and commissioner comments.

• Selected Commissioner Tamer as Vice-Chair for remainder of 2024-2025 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from October 22, 2024 (4-0)

Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission Regular Meeting

The Public Safety and Traffic Commission will approve the minutes from the September 18, 2024 meeting. It will receive and file the updated Local Hazard Mitigation Plan presented by the Deputy City Manager. The commission will also hear informational updates from the Sheriff Department and city staff, and note commissioners' attendance at upcoming City Council meetings.

• Approve minutes – September 18, 2024
• Receive and file Local Hazard Mitigation Plan update
• Sheriff Department updates (informational)
• Staff updates (informational)
• Commissioners to attend City Council meetings Dec 3 and Dec 17, 2024

During the November 20, 2024, meeting, the Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission approved the minutes from their previous meeting on September 18, 2024. The Commission also received and filed an informational update on the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan presented by a technical consultant. Additionally, staff provided updates on various infrastructure projects, grants, and upcoming city events.

• Approved the minutes of the September 18, 2024, meeting (3-0)
• Received and filed the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update (4-0)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss adopting an updated fire code and an education compact with the Los Angeles Unified School District. The body is also considering a contract for labor negotiation services and updates to the city's conflict of interest code.

• Ordinance No. 864 to incorporate the amended Title 32 of the Los Angeles Fire Code
• Education Compact between the City of Lomita and the Los Angeles Unified School District
• Professional Services Agreement with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore for labor negotiation services not to exceed $40,000
• Resolution No. 2024-35 to amend the City's Conflict of Interest Code
• Resolution No. 2024-34 authorizing the destruction of obsolete records

The Lomita City Council approved an Education Compact with the Los Angeles Unified School District, a non-binding partnership focusing on 10 key areas like student enrollment and traffic safety. The council also adopted Ordinance No. 864, incorporating the amended Title 32 of the Los Angeles County Fire Code by reference. All consent agenda items, including a $40,000 labor negotiation services agreement, were approved unanimously.

• Approved Education Compact with LAUSD (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 864 incorporating LA County Fire Code Title 32 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $40,000 labor negotiation services agreement with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-34 authorizing destruction of obsolete records (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-35 amending Conflict of Interest Code (5-0)

Lomita Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Lomita Planning Commission will discuss two zoning text amendments to update the municipal code regarding accessory dwelling units and in-house cleanup standards. The body will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Approval of September and October meeting minutes
• Zoning Text Amendment 2024-06: ADU and JADU updates
• Zoning Text Amendment 2024-07: In-house cleanup standards
• Public hearing on ADU and JADU code changes
• Public hearing on in-house cleanup code changes

The Lomita Planning Commission unanimously recommended City Council approval of two zoning text amendments. The first updates ADU and JADU regulations to comply with state laws AB 2533 and SB 1211, including allowing up to eight ADUs on multi-family lots. The second revises residential definitions and development standards, including parking and landscaping rules, to align with the Housing Element and other code updates.

• Approved Resolution No. 2024-16 recommending ADU/JADU zoning text amendment (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-17 recommending residential standards zoning text amendment (6-0)
• Approved minutes of September 23 and October 14, 2024 meetings (6-0)

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The Lomita City Council will meet at 5:00 p.m. for a special session. After opening ceremonies and public comments, the council will enter a closed session to review the City Manager’s performance evaluation and to hold a conference with labor negotiators represented by City Attorney Trevor Rusin. No other agenda items are listed.

• Closed‑session review of City Manager performance evaluation
• Closed‑session conference with labor negotiators (City Attorney Trevor Rusin, City Manager Andrew Vialpando)

Lomita Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Lomita Housing Authority will meet to approve the minutes from October 1, 2024, and the financial documents and activity reports for Lomita Manor for September and October 2024. No scheduled items or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approve Regular Housing Authority Minutes of October 1, 2024
• Approve Lomita Manor September 2024 Financial Documents
• Receive and file Lomita Manor October Monthly Activity Report
• No scheduled items or public hearings
• Meeting held at Lomita City Hall, 24300 Narbonne Avenue

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider allocating additional funds for water facility maintenance and discuss the impact of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling on public camping. The body is also reviewing an ordinance to adopt the amended Los Angeles County Fire Code.

• Proposed $440,000 total appropriation for Cypress Water Production Facility upgrades
• Agreement with Willdan Engineering Services for project management not to exceed $130,000 in year one, $181,000 in year two, and $190,000 in year three
• Proposed Ordinance No. 864 to incorporate the amended Title 32 of the Los Angeles County Fire Code
• Agreement with Psomas for Sewer System Master Plan including $27,390 for unexpected costs
• First Amendment to agreement with Stephen Doreck Equipment Rentals for 247th Street Area Water Main Replacement Project

The Lomita City Council directed the City Attorney to draft an ordinance making it unlawful to camp or maintain an encampment on public property, including streets, sidewalks, and parks, following the U.S. Supreme Court's Grants Pass ruling. The council also approved $440,000 in additional funding for upgrades to the Cypress Water Production Facility and introduced Ordinance No. 864 adopting the Los Angeles County Fire Code. All consent agenda items were approved, including several contract amendments.

• Directed City Attorney to draft unlawful camping ordinance (3-1, Waite no)
• Appropriated $440,000 for Cypress Water Production Facility upgrades (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 864 adopting County Fire Code (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 7a-7h (4-0)
• Approved First Amendment with Black, O'Dowd and Associates for Stephenson Center project
• Approved Fourth Amendment with Willdan Financial Services for impact fee studies
• Approved First Amendment with Willdan Engineering Services for CIP/water project management, up to $501,000 over three years
• Approved First Amendment with Stephen Doreck Equipment Rentals for water main replacement

Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting

The Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to select a vice-chair for the remainder of the 2024-2025 term and review entries for the Halloween Home Decoration Contest. The meeting will also include the approval of previous meeting minutes and a report on City Council attendance.

• Selection of Vice-Chair for 2024-2025
• Approval of August and September 2024 minutes
• Review of Halloween Home Decoration Contest entries
• Report on City Council meetings attendance
• Public comments via email before 5:00 p.m.

The Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission tabled the selection of Chair and Vice-Chair for the remainder of 2024-2025 due to Commissioner Winn's absence. The commission approved the minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting and selected three winners for the Halloween Home Decoration Contest. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Tabled selection of Chair and Vice-Chair for remainder of 2024-2025 (3-0, Winn absent)
• Approved minutes from October 22, 2024 (3-0, Winn absent)
• Selected 3 winners for Halloween Home Decoration Contest (unanimous)

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The Lomita City Council will meet for a special session to discuss existing litigation in closed session. No public action items are listed on the agenda.

• Closed session regarding Original Thai Massage v. City of Lomita (U.S.D.C Case No. 2:23-cv-06884-DMG-AS)
• Closed session regarding Original Thai Massage v. City of Lomita (L.A.S.C. Case No. 24TRCP00048)
• Closed session regarding Russell F. Day d/b/a New Image Health Spa v. City of Lomita (L.A.S.C. Case No. 24TRCP00039)

The Lomita City Council met in special session and immediately recessed to closed session to discuss three pending lawsuits involving Original Thai Massage and New Image Health Spa. No reportable action was taken on the closed session items, and the meeting adjourned without any public decisions.

• Held closed session on litigation (no reportable action)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The Lomita City Council approved the consent agenda, including adoption of Ordinance No. 863, which amends the zoning code and map to implement the certified 2021-2029 Housing Element. The council also received and filed the Sanitary Sewer System Master Plan, which identifies future capital improvements but notes no emergent issues. Cristina De Leon Allred was appointed to fill a vacancy on the Parks and Recreation Commission.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 863 (zoning text and map amendments for Housing Element) (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 7a-7m, including warrants, reports, and budget amendments (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-33 re-allocating ARPA funds (5-0)
• Received and filed Sanitary Sewer System Master Plan (5-0)
• Appointed Cristina De Leon Allred to Parks and Recreation Commission
• Appropriated $12,253 for 60th Anniversary events (consent agenda)

Lomita Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to determine if a self-service laundry is a similar land use to personal services. Staff recommends denying the request and the associated parking reduction for the site.

• Public hearing for Determination of Similarity No. 2024-01 and Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 7 at 24017 Narbonne Avenue, suites D and E
• Request for reduction of required parking spaces due to shared parking at 24017 Narbonne Avenue
• Approval of September 9, 2024 meeting minutes

The Lomita Planning Commission voted 5-1 to deny Determination of Similarity No. 2024-01 and Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 7, which would have allowed a laundromat to continue operating at 24017 Narbonne Avenue, Suites D and E. The denial was based on staff's recommendation that the use is not similar to personal services and because the business license had lapsed for over six months. The commission also approved the September 9, 2024, meeting minutes unanimously.

• Denied Determination of Similarity No. 2024-01 and Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 7 for laundromat at 24017 Narbonne Ave (5-1)
• Approved minutes of September 9, 2024, meeting (6-0)

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The Lomita City Council special meeting will open with standard ceremonies and roll call, allow public comments, hold a study session to review the city's scheduled 60th anniversary special events, and then adjourn. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Study session to review scheduled 60th anniversary special events

The Lomita City Council held a study session to review the status of the 60th anniversary special events. The council reached a consensus to cancel the 60th anniversary parade and appropriate an additional $12,252.58 from the General Fund to cover the costs of the remaining budgeted events plus two additional concerts. The council also agreed to bring an update back at the December mid-cycle budget review.

• Cancelled the 60th anniversary parade (consensus)
• Appropriated additional $12,252.58 from General Fund for remaining events and two additional concerts (consensus)
• Agreed to bring an update back to Council in December at mid-cycle budget review (consensus)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The Lomita City Council will consider a public hearing to authorize a design-build contract for a City Hall HVAC upgrade and a comprehensive housing element update that includes zoning text and map amendments.

• Public Hearing: Schneider Electric contract for Lomita City Hall HVAC upgrade
• Public Hearing: General Plan and zoning amendments to implement 2021-2029 Housing Element
• Approval of Warrant/Payroll Register
• Resolution approving Los Angeles Region Safe, Clean Water Program agreement
• Resolution amending compensation plan for Public Works Department employees

The Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-32 approving the General Plan Amendment and certifying the Final Program EIR, and introduced Ordinance No. 863 (first reading) for zoning text and map amendments to implement the 2021-2029 Housing Element. The vote was unanimous (5-0). A public hearing was held; one speaker opposed what she saw as a laundromat ban, but staff clarified existing laundromats could continue as non-conforming uses.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-32 approving General Plan Amendment No. 2024-02 and certifying EIR No. 2024-01 (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 863 on first reading for zoning text and map amendments (5-0)
• Set public hearing for Oct 15, 2024 on HVAC design-build contract with Schneider Electric (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 7a-7e, including Resolution No. 2024-29 (Measure W agreement) and Resolutions No. 2024-30/31 (Public Works reclassification) (5-0)

Lomita Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Lomita Housing Authority will hold its regular meeting on October 1, 2024. Commissioners will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of the September 3, 2024 meeting minutes, the August 2024 financial documents for Lomita Manor, and the September monthly activity report for Lomita Manor. No other scheduled items or public hearings are listed. The meeting will be open for in‑person attendance and optional Zoom participation.

• Approve regular Housing Authority minutes of September 3, 2024
• Approve Lomita Manor August 2024 financial documents
• Receive and file Lomita Manor September monthly activity report

Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting

The commission will approve the August 27, 2024 meeting minutes and hear oral communications from the public and commissioners. Staff will provide updates and reports on recent City Council meetings. Attendance at upcoming City Council meetings on October 1 and October 15 will be noted before adjournment.

• Approval of minutes – August 27, 2024
• Oral communications from the public
• Oral communications from the commission
• Staff updates
• Attendance at City Council meetings – Oct. 1 and Oct. 15, 2024

The Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission met on September 24, 2024, but only two of five commissioners were present, lacking a quorum. Chair Graf adjourned the meeting at 6:06 p.m. without any substantive decisions.

• Meeting adjourned due to lack of quorum

Lomita Planning Commission-Special Meeting

The Lomita Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss and recommend adoption of General Plan Amendment No. 2024-02, Zoning Text Amendment No. 2024-05, Zoning Map Amendment No. 2024-02, and Environmental Impact Report No. 2024-01. The recommended action is Resolution No. 2024-14, which asks the City Council to approve these updates to implement the certified 2021‑2029 Housing Element. A letter from a private attorney requesting laundromat uses and rezoning for higher residential density will also be noted.

• Consider General Plan Amendment No. 2024-02 updating multiple General Plan elements
• Consider Zoning Text Amendment No. 2024-05 amending Title XI Chapter 1 of the Municipal Code
• Consider Zoning Map Amendment No. 2024-02
• Review Environmental Impact Report No. 2024-01 for the General Plan update
• Receive letter from Sheri L. Bonstelle requesting laundromat uses and rezoning for increased density

The Lomita Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend City Council approval of the General Plan Update, including zoning text and map amendments, and the associated Environmental Impact Report, to implement the 2021-2029 Housing Element. The motion included a revision to remove the lot consolidation incentives section (Section 11-1.53.10) from the proposed zoning text amendment. The commission also heard public comments, including opposition to a perceived citywide laundromat ban and concerns about density increases.

• Approved Resolution No. 2024-14 recommending City Council approval of General Plan Amendment No. 2024-02, Zoning Text Amendment No. 2024-05, Zoning Map Amendment No. 2024-02, and EIR No. 2024-01 (6-0)
• Removed Section 11-1.53.10 (Incentives) from the proposed Zoning Text Amendment as part of the approved motion

Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission Regular Meeting

The Public Safety and Traffic Commission will review a citywide school loading zone study and a Southern California Edison streetlight upgrade project. The body will also discuss and consider a letter of support for a SCAG grant proposal to install safety features for pedestrians and cyclists on city streets.

• Citywide school loading zone study presentation
• Southern California Edison (SCE) streetlight upgrade project presentation
• Discussion of a letter of support for SCAG grant for pedestrian and cyclist safety features
• Sheriff Department and staff updates

The Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission approved a letter of support for a SCAG grant proposal to install pedestrian and cyclist safety features on city streets. The commission also received and filed presentations on a citywide school loading zone study and an SCE streetlight upgrade project, and approved the August 21, 2024 meeting minutes. All votes were unanimous (3-0) with two members absent.

• Approved letter of support for SCAG grant proposal for pedestrian and cyclist safety features (3-0)
• Received and filed citywide school loading zone study presentation (3-0)
• Received and filed SCE streetlight upgrade project presentation (3-0)
• Approved August 21, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The City Council is convening for a special meeting primarily to enter a closed session. The body will meet with legal counsel to discuss existing litigation.

• Closed session regarding Aqueous Film-Forming Foams Product Liability Litigation
• Closed session regarding City of Camden, et al. v. BASF Corporation
• Closed session regarding City of Camden, et. al. v. Tyco Fire Products LP

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The Lomita City Council will consider approving a contract to replace a water pipe on Alta Vista Avenue. The total project cost is capped at $200,000, with $50,000 coming from the Water Capital Fund. The meeting will also include a discussion on the city's position for a resolution at the League of California Cities conference.

• Approve $200,000 water pipe replacement contract on Alta Vista Avenue
• Receive monthly reports from Administrative Services, Public Works, and other departments
• Receive 2024 Local Agency Biennial Notice - Conflict of Interest Code
• Consider allowing alcohol consumption at a Lomita Chamber of Commerce event
• Discuss city position on a resolution for the League of California Cities

The Lomita City Council approved a $200,000 contract for emergency water pipe replacement on Alta Vista Avenue and authorized alcohol consumption at a Chamber of Commerce event. Additionally, the Council confirmed Mayor Uphoff as the voting delegate for the Cal Cities General Assembly and voted to support a resolution regarding state official accountability.

• Approved $200,000 emergency water pipe replacement contract (4-0)
• Appropriated $50,000 from Water Capital Fund (4-0)
• Approved alcohol consumption for Chamber of Commerce event (4-0)
• Confirmed Mayor Uphoff as Cal Cities voting delegate (4-0)
• Appointed Mayor Pro Tem Waronek as Cal Cities alternate delegate (4-0)
• Voted to support Cal Cities resolution on state official accountability (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 7a-7j (4-0)

Lomita Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Lomita Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting in Council Chambers. Public participation is only guaranteed in person, though a Zoom option is provided as a courtesy. The agenda includes opening ceremonies, oral communications, and a consent agenda.

• Meeting held at Lomita City Hall, 24300 Narbonne Avenue
• Public participation only guaranteed in-person
• Oral communications with 3-minute time limit per person
• Consent agenda scheduled
• Meeting adjournment

The Lomita Planning Commission approved Site Plan Review No. 1219 and Modification No. 1, allowing a second-story addition at 1748 246th Street with reduced front and side setbacks. The motion carried unanimously with all five present commissioners voting in favor. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting was procedural or informational.

• Approved Site Plan Review No. 1219 and Modification No. 1 for 1748 246th Street (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 12, 2024 (5-0)

Lomita Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Lomita Housing Authority meeting will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of the July 2, 2024 meeting minutes, June‑July 2024 financial documents for Lomita Manor, and July‑August 2024 activity reports. No other scheduled or public hearing items are on the agenda. The meeting also includes a presentation by Grace Farwell on the Helping Elders Living Productively (H.E.L.P.) program.

• Approve Housing Authority minutes from July 2, 2024
• Approve Lomita Manor financial documents for June‑July 2024
• Receive and file Lomita Manor activity reports for July and August 2024
• Presentation on H.E.L.P. program by Grace Farwell

The Lomita Housing Authority held a regular meeting on September 3, 2024, with all commissioners present except Larson. The board approved the consent agenda, which included the July 2, 2024 meeting minutes, June-July 2024 financial documents for Lomita Manor, and the July-August 2024 monthly activity reports. A presentation was given by Grace Faruell of Helping Elders Living Productively (H.E.L.P.) about services for seniors. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda items 5a-c (6-0)
• Approved July 2, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved Lomita Manor June-July 2024 financial documents
• Received and filed Lomita Manor July-August 2024 activity reports

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The Lomita City Council will consider routine consent‑agenda items, including a waiver to read ordinances by title only and the warrants/payroll register. It will also receive an update on the 2022‑2027 Capital Improvement Program Master Plan. The principal decision is to award a public‑works agreement to Palp Inc. dba Excel Paving for Phase 1 of the Street Reconstruction Zone G project, with a total cost not to exceed $1,247,348. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Award public‑works agreement to Palp Inc. dba Excel Paving for Phase 1 Street Reconstruction Zone G, up to $1,247,348
• Motion to waive full reading of ordinances, reading titles only
• Approve warrants/payroll register
• Receive and file update to the 2022‑2027 Capital Improvement Program Master Plan
• Approve consent agenda items 7a‑7c

The Lomita City Council awarded a public works agreement to Palp Inc. dba Excel Paving Company for Phase 1 of the Street Reconstruction Zone G Project, in an amount of $1,084,650 plus a 15% contingency, for a total not to exceed $1,247,348. The council also received and filed the comprehensive update from the 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Program Master Plan. Both actions were approved unanimously. No public hearings were held.

• Awarded $1,084,650 contract to Excel Paving for Zone G Phase 1 street reconstruction, plus 15% contingency (total $1,247,348) (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items: waiver of full reading of ordinances and warrants/payroll register (5-0)
• Received and filed 2022-2027 CIP Master Plan update (5-0)

Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting

The Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission will open the meeting, approve the minutes from the July 23, 2024 session, and allow public oral comments. Commissioners will receive a report on recent City Council meetings and staff updates. The commission will note attendance at City Council meetings scheduled for September 3 and September 17, 2024, before adjourning.

• Approval of minutes – July 23, 2024
• Oral communications from the public
• Report on City Council meetings
• Staff updates
• City Council meetings attendance – September 3 and September 17, 2024

The commission approved the July 23, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports and updates on upcoming events, youth sports restructuring, and park projects.

• Approved July 23, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission Regular Meeting

The Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission will vote to approve the minutes from the July 17, 2024 meeting. The commission will receive informational updates on the Comprehensive Capital Improvement Program, the Sheriff Department, and staff matters. Commissioners will discuss attendance at upcoming City Council meetings on September 3 and September 17, 2024. No other actions are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes – July 17, 2024
• Comprehensive CIP update (informational only)
• Sheriff Department updates (informational only)
• Staff updates (informational only)
• Commissioners to attend City Council meetings on Sept 3 and Sept 17, 2024

The commission approved the July 17, 2024 meeting minutes with a minor correction, and received an informational update on the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). No substantive policy decisions were made; all other items were informational or procedural.

• Approved July 17, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0, with one absent)
• Received and filed Comprehensive CIP update (4-0)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The Lomita City Council meeting on August 20, 2024 includes routine agenda items and a scheduled item to award contracts for the Appian Way Pump Station roof replacement. The Council will vote to award a $625,700 construction contract to MIK Construction, Inc., with a 15% contingency, and a $70,544 professional services agreement to Fountainhead Consulting, also with a 15% contingency, for a total project budget of $800,681 funded from the Water Fund. Additional consent‑agenda items include waiving full reading of ordinances and receiving monthly departmental reports. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Award Public Works contract to MIK Construction, Inc. for Appian Way Pump Station roof replacement ($625,700 plus 15% contingency, total $719,555)
• Award Professional Services Agreement to Fountainhead Consulting for inspection and testing ($70,544 plus 15% contingency, total $81,126)
• Appropriate $390,681 from the Water Fund to reach total project budget of $800,681
• Motion to waive full reading of ordinances (title only)
• Approval of warrant & payroll register and receipt of monthly departmental reports

The Lomita City Council unanimously approved a public works agreement with MIK Construction, Inc. for the Appian Way Pump Station Roof Replacement Project, totaling $719,555 including contingency, and a professional services agreement with Fountainhead Consulting for $81,126. The council also appropriated an additional $390,681 from the Water Fund, bringing the total project budget to $800,681. The consent agenda, including routine reports and the warrant register, was approved as recommended.

• Approved $719,555 public works contract with MIK Construction for Appian Way Pump Station roof replacement (5-0)
• Approved $81,126 professional services agreement with Fountainhead Consulting for construction inspection and testing (5-0)
• Appropriated $390,681 from Water Fund for total project budget of $800,681 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 7a-7h, including warrant register and monthly reports (5-0)

Lomita Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Lomita Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 12, 2024, at 6:00 PM. Public participation is only guaranteed in person, though a Zoom option is available. The agenda includes opening ceremonies, oral communications, consent agenda minutes, and public hearings.

• Approval of minutes from the June meeting
• Public hearings scheduled
• Oral communications from the public
• Staff announcements
• Commissioners to attend City Council meetings

The Planning Commission approved a Minor Conditional Use Permit to waive one onsite parking space for the conversion of a storage building portion into a retail store. The project is located at 24403-24411 Narbonne Avenue.

• Approved Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 6 to waive one onsite parking space at 24403-24411 Narbonne Avenue (7-0)
• Approved June 10, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

Lomita City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting

The Lomita City Council will consider approving a water program agreement, streetlight LED conversions, and emergency repairs for Lomita Boulevard and Alta Vista Avenue. The meeting will also include a closed session regarding potential litigation.

• Approve Los Angeles Region Safe, Clean Water Program Municipal Transfer Agreement
• Authorize LED streetlight conversion with Southern California Edison
• Authorize emergency repair of Lomita Boulevard segment ($200,000)
• Authorize emergency water pipe replacement at Alta Vista Ave. ($150,000)
• Authorize Sidewalk Repair Program Project with Rojas Construction ($148,200)

The Lomita City Council approved the consent agenda (items 7a-7l) unanimously, which included agreements for converting SCE-owned streetlights to LED fixtures, a second amendment for engineering services at the Cypress Water Production Facility, and several public works contracts. No public hearings or scheduled items were held. The council also recessed to closed session for anticipated litigation regarding the BKK Landfill, with no reportable action.

• Approved consent agenda items 7a-7l (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-28 authorizing Safe, Clean Water Program Municipal Transfer Agreement with LA County Flood Control District
• Approved SCE streetlight LED conversion agreement (LS-1 Option E)
• Approved $268,741 second amendment with Hazen and Sawyer for Cypress Water Production Facility upgrades
• Awarded $148,200 contract to Rojas Construction for Sidewalk Repair Program
• Authorized $200,000 emergency repair of Lomita Boulevard segment, waiving bidding
• Authorized $150,000 emergency water pipe replacement at Alta Vista Avenue with Stephen Doreck Equipment Rentals
• Approved $48,000 executive recruitment agreement with Gallagher Benefit Services

Lomita Parks and Recreation Committee Regular Meeting

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The commission will review minutes from May and June 2024 and receive staff updates.

• Approval of minutes from May 28, 2024, and June 25, 2024
• Staff updates
• City Council meeting attendance for August 6 and August 20, 2024

The Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission held a regular meeting on July 23, 2024, and approved the minutes from its May 28 and June 25 meetings. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and updates on community events and programs.

• Approved May 28, 2024 minutes (2-0, 3 abstentions)
• Approved June 25, 2024 minutes (5-0)

Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission Regular Meeting

The Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission will approve the April 17, 2024 meeting minutes. Commissioners will receive informational reports on the 247 th Street water main replacement project, the “Follow Me, I’m Gang and Drug Free” walk, Sheriff Department updates, and staff updates. The agenda also notes that commissioners will attend City Council meetings on August 6 and August 20, 2024.

• Approval of minutes from the April 17, 2024 meeting (consent agenda)
• Informational report on the 247 th Street area water main replacement project
• Update on the “Follow Me, I’m Gang and Drug Free” walk
• Sheriff Department informational update
• Staff informational update

The Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission approved the minutes from its April 17, 2024 meeting. The session included informational reports on the 247th Street water main replacement project and a community event, along with updates on city staffing changes. Commissioners discussed various local issues, including illegal fireworks and road conditions, but no new ordinances or contracts were voted on.

• Approved April 17, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0 vote)
• Received informational report on 247th Street water main replacement project
• Received update on 'Follow Me, I'm Gang and Drug Free' walk event
• Noted staffing updates: new City Manager started in May; Public Works Director recruitment closes Aug 2
• Noted Community and Economic Development Director resignation; interim director starts July 29
• Commissioner Carmody assigned to attend Aug 6 City Council meeting
• Commissioner Cozzolino assigned to attend Aug 20 City Council meeting

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a closed session to conference with legal counsel. The discussion concerns one case of anticipated litigation involving a letter from Denise Fellers regarding the BKK Landfill.

• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (Letter from Denise Fellers regarding BKK Landfill)

Lomita Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Lomita Housing Authority will conduct its regular meeting on July 2, 2024. The agenda includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and the review of monthly reports for Lomita Manor.

• Approval of May 7, 2024, and June 4, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of Lomita Manor May 2024 financial documents
• Receipt and filing of Lomita Manor June 2024 monthly activity report

The Lomita Housing Authority approved the meeting minutes from May 7 and June 4, 2024. The board also approved the May 2024 financial documents and the June 2024 monthly activity report for Lomita Manor.

• Approved May 7 and June 4, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Lomita Manor May 2024 financial documents (6-0)
• Approved Lomita Manor June 2024 monthly activity report (6-0)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider canceling the July 16 and August 6 regular meetings to hold a special meeting on August 6 at 5:00 p.m. Additionally, a public hearing will address authorizing the County Assessor to collect delinquent refuse charges for Athens Services as a special assessment.

• Agreement with Agency Artifact for Circle of Honor landscape design up to $17,825
• Amendment to AKM Consulting Engineers for Cypress Facility Upgrades up to $542,556
• Amendment to MSW Consultants agreement up to $53,000
• Professional Services Agreement with Rincon Consultants for Water System Improvements up to $39,601.30
• Resolution 2024-27 regarding delinquent solid waste charges and Athens Services

The Lomita City Council approved its consent agenda, including a $17,825 landscape design contract for the Circle of Honor and several other contract amendments and appropriations. It voted to cancel the July 16, 2024 regular meeting and adjourn to an adjourned regular meeting at 5:00 p.m. on August 6, 2024. The council also adopted Resolution No. 2024-27, directing the County Assessor to set up a fund number for Arakelian Enterprises (dba Athens Services) so delinquent refuse charges can be collected as a special assessment. Staff were directed to consider a city anti-encampment ordinance and an ordinance holding parents responsible for minors' graffiti.

• Approved consent agenda including Circle of Honor landscape design agreement with Agency Artifact, total not to exceed $17,825 (5-0)
• Approved Second Amendment with AKM Consulting Engineers for Cypress Facility Upgrades, increasing contract by $29,530 to a total not to exceed $542,556 (5-0)
• Approved Fourth Amendment with MSW Consultants, extending term to June 30, 2026 and adding $7,500 annually, total not to exceed $53,000 (5-0)
• Authorized agreement with Rincon Consultants for NEPA support on Lomita Water System Improvements Project, total $39,601.30 (5-0)
• Canceled July 16, 2024 regular meeting and adjourned to an adjourned regular meeting at 5:00 p.m. August 6, 2024 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-27 directing County Assessor to set fund number for Arakelian Enterprises (Athens Services) to collect delinquent refuse bills as a special assessment (5-0)
• Received and filed Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department update (consensus)
• Directed staff to consider a city anti-encampment ordinance and an ordinance holding parents responsible for minors' graffiti

Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting

This meeting consists of procedural items and routine administrative updates. The commission will review minutes from April and May 2024 and receive staff reports. No new projects or ordinances are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of April 23, 2004, and May 28, 2024, meeting minutes
• Staff updates
• Report on City Council meetings

The Commission approved the minutes from the April 23, 2024 meeting. Approval of the May 28, 2024 minutes was postponed to the next meeting due to a lack of eligible Commissioners present.

• Approved April 23, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Postponed approval of May 28, 2024 minutes (4-0)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The council will hold a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2024-2026 Biennial Budget and related financial resolutions. They will also consider a five-year agreement for municipal law enforcement services with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-2026 Biennial Budget and related investment and compensation resolutions
• Five-year municipal law enforcement services agreement with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department
• Zoning amendments to allow indoor recreational uses in C-R, C-G, and D-C districts
• Lease of groundwater pumping rights from Golden State Water Company for $25,500
• Lease of groundwater pumping rights from the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles for $15,000

The Lomita City Council approved a five-year law enforcement services agreement with Los Angeles County for sheriff's services from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2029, and adopted the Fiscal Year 2024-2026 Biennial Budget along with five related resolutions. The council also approved its consent agenda, including two groundwater pumping rights lease agreements and an ordinance allowing indoor recreational uses in certain commercial zoning districts. All votes were unanimous (5-0), with no members absent.

• Approved 5-year LA County Sheriff's Department services agreement, July 1, 2024-June 30, 2029 (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2024-2026 Biennial Budget with proposed revenues of $33,675,661 (FY24-25) and $30,335,286 (FY25-26) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-22 adopting the City Budget for July 1, 2024-June 30, 2026 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-23 adopting a Financial Investment Policy for FY 2024-2026 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-24 confirming factors for the Annual Appropriation Limit for FY 2024-2025 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 2024-25 and 2024-26 establishing employee compensation plans for FY 2024-2026 (5-0)
• Approved lease with Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles for 150 acre-feet of groundwater pumping rights at $100/acre-foot, total $15,000 (5-0)
• Approved lease with Golden State Water Company for 300 acre-feet of groundwater pumping rights at $85/acre-foot, total $25,500 (5-0)

Lomita Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will consider an application for retail cigar and tobacco sales to be determined similar to notions and dry goods stores. This item includes a finding for a CEQA exemption. The commission will also approve the minutes from the May 13, 2024, meeting.

• Application No. 2024-02 for retail cigar and tobacco sales at 1815 Pacific Coast Highway
• Approval of May 13, 2024, meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved a determination of similarity for a retail cigar and tobacco sales business at 1815 Pacific Coast Highway. The commission also approved the minutes from the May 13, 2024, meeting.

• Approved Determination of Similarity No. 2024-02 for retail cigar and tobacco sales (7-0)
• Approved May 13, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will conduct interviews for new applicants to join the city's eligibility lists. These candidates are being considered for upcoming vacancies on three different commissions.

• Interviewing applicants for one seat on the Public Safety and Traffic Commission
• Interviewing applicants for one seat on the Parks and Recreation Commission
• Interviewing applicants for one seat on the Planning Commission

Lomita Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Housing Authority will meet to process routine items regarding Lomita Manor. The agenda includes reviewing monthly financial documents, activity reports, and approving emergency expenditures related to weather-related roof damage.

• Lomita Manor April 2024 Financial Documents
• Lomita Manor May 2024 Monthly Activity Report
• Emergency expenditures at Lomita Manor due to weather-related roof damage

The Lomita Housing Authority approved its consent agenda 6-0 on June 4, 2024, with Commissioner Gazeley absent. The approved items included Lomita Manor's April 2024 financial documents, its May 2024 monthly activity report, and emergency expenditures for roof damage caused by early-2024 rainstorms. No scheduled items or public hearings were held, and the meeting adjourned at 5:50 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda items 4a-c (6-0, Gazeley absent)
• Approved Lomita Manor April 2024 financial documents
• Received and filed Lomita Manor May 2024 monthly activity report
• Approved Lomita Manor emergency expenditures for weather-related roof damage from early 2024 rainstorms

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider resolutions for the November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election. The agenda includes several zoning amendments, commission appointments, and various service agreements.

• Zoning amendment for 24925-25007 Walnut Street to create the Lomita Manor Specific Plan
• Executive recruitment agreement with Koff & Associates not to exceed $48,000
• Project management agreement with Willdan not to exceed $65,688
• Letter of intent for Lomita City Hall HVAC Upgrade Project with Schneider Electric Buildings Americas, Inc.
• Equipment rental and budget appropriation for Founder’s Day 2024 totaling $205,000

The Lomita City Council approved resolutions calling for a November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election to fill two council seats and consolidate it with the statewide general election, with Councilmember Gazeley voting no. The council also adopted Ordinance No. 861, rezoning 24925-25007 Walnut Street from single-family residential to the Lomita Manor Specific Plan, and approved a $47,750 Founder's Day equipment rental agreement plus a $55,000 budget appropriation for a $205,000 total celebration. It reappointed three commissioners and set the Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 assessment at $55.63 per parcel for 211 properties, unchanged from the current rate.

• Adopted resolutions calling the Nov. 5, 2024 General Municipal Election for two council seats and consolidating it with the statewide election (4-1, Gazeley no)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 861 rezoning 24925-25007 Walnut Street from R-1 single-family residential to the Lomita Manor Specific Plan, with a CEQA exemption
• Approved $47,750 agreement with James Event Productions for Founder's Day 2024 equipment rental and appropriated an additional $55,000, for a $205,000 total
• Adopted Resolution 2024-19 keeping Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 assessment at $55.63 per parcel for 211 properties ($11,737.93 total)
• Introduced on first reading Ordinance No. 862 adding indoor recreation uses in C-R, C-G and D-C commercial zones, with a CEQA exemption
• Reappointed Terry Winn to the Parks & Recreation Commission (5-0)
• Reappointed Brenda Stephens to the Planning Commission (5-0)
• Reappointed John Carmody to the Public Safety & Traffic Commission (5-0)

Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting

This meeting consists of routine procedural items. The commission will review minutes from April 23, 2024, and receive staff updates.

• Approval of April 23, 2024 meeting minutes

The Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission regular meeting on May 28, 2024, was called to order but adjourned at 6:06 p.m. because a quorum was not present. Only two commissioners, Chair Graf and Commissioner Winn, attended, while three others were absent. No substantive decisions, proposals, or discussions occurred during the meeting.

• Meeting adjourned due to lack of quorum

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The Lomita City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a closed session. The council will meet with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation involving the BKK Landfill.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding BKK Landfill litigation

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a General Plan and zoning amendment for the Lomita Manor project on Walnut Street. The agenda also includes several contract approvals and infrastructure project updates.

• Rezoning 24925-25007 Walnut Street from public facilities/open space to high-density residential
• $289,500 contract with TDG Engineering Inc. for a Citywide School Loading Zone Study
• Bid package release for the Sidewalk Repair Program Project
• Bid package release for Phase 1 of the Zone G Street Reconstruction Project
• Contract with Fun Services So-Cal for Founders Day 2024

The City Council approved a General Plan and zoning amendment to change the land use designation of Lomita Manor at 24925-25007 Walnut Street to high-density residential. The Council also authorized a school loading zone study and several infrastructure bid packages.

• Approved General Plan Amendment No. 2024-01 for Lomita Manor (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 861 to create the Lomita Manor Specific Plan (4-0)
• Approved $289,500 contract with TDG Engineering for school loading zone study (4-0)
• Authorized bid package and CEQA exemption for Sidewalk Repair Program Project (4-0)
• Authorized bid package for Zone G Street Reconstruction Phase 1 (4-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 with Tripepi Smith for SB 1383 organics recycling outreach (4-0)
• Approved contract with Fun Services So-Cal for Founders Day 2024 (4-0)
• Approved March 19, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Lomita Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Commission will consider several land use items including residential dwellings, accessory units, and city-led zoning changes. Several items are scheduled for continued discussion or postponement to future meetings.

• Site Plan Review No. 1050: Two detached single-family dwellings at 2043 Lomita Boulevard
• Conditional Use Permit No. 328: A 20-foot high building for two accessory dwelling units at 26038 Oak Street
• Determination of Similarity Application No. 2024-01 regarding laundromat use in the Downtown Commercial zone
• General Plan and Zoning Amendments for 24925-25007 Walnut Street to create a specific plan
• Zoning Text Amendment No. 2024-04 regarding indoor recreational uses in various commercial districts

The Lomita Planning Commission approved Site Plan Review No. 1050 allowing two detached single-family dwellings and an accessory storage structure at Baycities Community Church, 2043 Lomita Boulevard, and found the project exempt from CEQA. The Commission also approved Conditional Use Permit No. 328 for a 20-foot, two-ADU building at 26038 Oak Street, and recommended approval of a General Plan Amendment and zoning changes for 24925-25007 Walnut Street. It recommended that the City Council adopt Zoning Text Amendment 2024-04 to allow indoor recreational uses in certain commercial zones. Two items were continued: a laundromat similarity determination to July 8, 2024, and a zone text amendment on service-based uses to a date uncertain.

• Approved Site Plan Review No. 1050 for two parsonages and storage at 2043 Lomita Boulevard, CEQA exempt (7-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 328 for a 20-foot two-ADU building at 26038 Oak Street, CEQA exempt (6-0, Cammarata abstained)
• Continued laundromat similarity determination Application No. 2024-01 to July 8, 2024 (7-0)
• Continued zone text amendment on service-based uses in shopping centers over 5,000 sq ft to a date uncertain (7-0)
• Recommended approval of General Plan Amendment 2024-01, Zoning Text Amendment No. 2024-02, and Zoning Map Amendment No. 2024-01 for 24925-25007 Walnut Street, CEQA exempt (7-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt Zoning Text Amendment No. 2024-04 allowing indoor recreational uses in C-R, C-G, and D-C zones, CEQA exempt (7-0)
• Approved April 8, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0, Dever abstained)

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The Lomita City Council will conduct interviews for new applicants to fill upcoming vacancies on city commissions. The council aims to add candidates to an eligibility list for future appointments. Vacancies include seats on the Public Safety and Traffic, Parks and Recreation, and Planning Commissions.

• Interviews for one seat on the Public Safety and Traffic Commission
• Interviews for one seat on the Parks and Recreation Commission
• Interviews for one seat on the Planning Commission

At a special meeting on May 7, 2024, the Lomita City Council reviewed the draft Fiscal Year 2024-2026 Biennial Budget. With no suggested changes, the Council reached consensus to approve the recommended action directing staff to prepare the final draft budget for review and approval on June 18, 2024. The Council also reached consensus to direct staff to research the costs of conferences for Planning Commissioners to attend. No formal votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Consensus to approve recommended action directing staff to prepare final FY 2024-2026 budget for June 18, 2024 approval (no vote recorded)
• Consensus to direct staff to research costs of conferences for Planning Commissioners (no vote recorded)

Lomita Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Housing Authority will meet to discuss the Lomita Manor operating budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. The agenda also includes routine approval of previous meeting minutes and monthly financial reports.

• Resolution No. HA 2024-01: Approving the Lomita Manor operating budget for fiscal year 2024-2025
• Lomita Manor March 2024 financial documents
• Lomita Manor April 2024 monthly activity report

The Lomita Housing Authority adopted Resolution No. HA 2024-01 to approve the operating budget for Lomita Manor for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The board also approved previous meeting minutes and financial reports via the consent agenda.

• Adopted Resolution No. HA 2024-01 approving Lomita Manor FY 2024-2025 operating budget (5-0)
• Approved April 2, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Lomita Manor March 2024 financial documents (5-0)
• Approved Lomita Manor April 2024 monthly activity report (5-0)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss a public works agreement for the 247th Street Area Water Main Replacement Project. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding general plan and zoning amendments for properties on Walnut Street.

• Public works agreement with Stephen Doreck Equipment Rentals for $1,494,888.00
• Animal Control Services contract renewal with Los Angeles County through June 30, 2029
• Participation in the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Grant Program Year 4
• Master Agreement with Caltrans for Narbonne South Street Reconstruction Project
• General Plan and Zoning amendments for 24925-25007 Walnut Street

The City Council approved a budget and contract for water main replacements in the 247th Street area. The Council also authorized participation in a housing grant program and renewed the city's animal control services contract.

• Approved $1,494,888 budget and contract with Stephen Doreck Equipment Rentals for 247th Street Area Water Main Replacement Project (4-0)
• Approved renewal of animal control services contract with County of Los Angeles Animal Care and Control through June 30, 2029 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024.11 to participate in the Los Angeles County Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Program Year 4 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024.12 to execute a Master Agreement with Caltrans for the Narbonne South Street Reconstruction Project (4-0)
• Authorized staff to execute Cal OES Form 130 to appoint authorized agents for FEMA and Cal OES grants (4-0)
• Continued public hearing for General Plan and Zoning amendments at 24925-25007 Walnut Street to May 21, 2024

Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting

The agenda consists of procedural items including the approval of March 26, 2024, minutes and staff updates. The commission will also review upcoming City Council meeting attendance.

• Approval of March 26, 2024, minutes
• Staff updates
• Review of City Council meeting attendance for May 7 and May 21, 2024

The Commission approved the minutes from the March 26, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made during the session.

• Approved March 26, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission Regular Meeting

The Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission will receive informational reports on Assembly Bill 413 crosswalk visibility and the 2024-29 Pavement Management System. The meeting also includes updates on the “Follow Me, I’m Gang and Drug Free” walk and the selection of the 2024-2025 Chair and Vice Chair.

• Report on Assembly Bill 413, Crosswalk Visibility
• Update on the 2024-29 Pavement Management System
• “Follow Me, I’m Gang and Drug Free” Walk update
• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for 2024-2025

The Commission approved the February 2024 minutes and received informational reports on crosswalk visibility laws and pavement management. The body also nominated its leadership for the upcoming year.

• Approved February 21, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Received and filed report on AB 413 crosswalk visibility (5-0)
• Received and filed 2024-29 Pavement Management System update (5-0)
• Nominated Chair Ballard as Chair for 2024-2025 (5-0)
• Nominated Vice-Chair Kurata as Vice-Chair for 2024-2025 (5-0)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss proposed modifications to solid waste collection and street sweeping schedules. The agenda also includes a resolution regarding annual assessments for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1.

• Professional Services Agreement to LAE Associates, Inc. for the 247th Street Area Water Main Replacement Project ($355,064 plus $53,260 contingency)
• Resolution of Intent to levy annual assessments for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 for FY 2024-2025
• 2024-29 Pavement Management System Update report
• Modifications to solid waste collection and street sweeping schedules

The document provided is the meeting agenda for the Lomita City Council regular meeting of April 16, 2024, not the approved minutes, so it records proposed actions rather than confirmed outcomes. The agenda lists a consent calendar (Items 7a-l) recommended for approval, including a professional services agreement to LAE Associates, Inc. for the 247th Street Area Water Main Replacement Project at $355,064 plus a 15% contingency of $53,260. Scheduled items include a resolution of intent to levy annual assessments for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 for FY 2024-2025, receipt of the 2024-29 Pavement Management System Update, and modifying solid waste collection and street sweeping schedules. No votes, tallies, or final decisions are recorded in this document.

• Consent Agenda Items 7a-l recommended for approval (no vote recorded)
• Professional Services Agreement to LAE Associates, Inc. for 247th Street Area Water Main Replacement Project: $355,064 plus 15% contingency of $53,260 (recommended)
• Resolution of intent to levy annual assessments for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 for FY 2024-2025, with public hearing set for June 4, 2024 (recommended)
• 2024-29 Pavement Management System Update final report recommended for receive and file
• Modifying solid waste collection and street sweeping schedules: adopt Resolution 2024-10 and authorize staff to implement changes (recommended)

Lomita Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will consider a new specific plan for properties located at 24925-25007 Walnut Street. The commission will also review an amendment to extend beer and wine sales hours at 2301 Pacific Coast Highway. Additionally, the body will receive annual progress reports regarding the General Plan and Housing Element.

• Proposed specific plan for 24925-25007 Walnut Street
• Extension of beer and wine sales hours at 2301 Pacific Coast Highway
• 2023 Annual General Plan and Housing Element Progress Reports

The Commission approved an amendment to extend beer and wine sales hours at a Pacific Coast Highway convenience store. It also recommended approval of general plan and zoning amendments for the Lomita Manor site to create a public purpose specific plan.

• Approved extended beer and wine sales hours for 2301 Pacific Coast Highway (6-0)
• Recommended approval of General Plan, Zoning Text, and Zoning Map amendments for 24925-25007 Walnut Street (6-0)
• Continued zone text amendment regarding service-based uses in shopping centers to May 13, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved March 11, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Received and filed 2023 Annual General Plan and Housing Element Progress Reports (6-0)

Lomita Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Lomita Housing Authority will meet to conduct routine business. The agenda includes the approval of past meeting minutes and the review of monthly reports for Lomita Manor.

• Approval of January 16, 2024, and March 5, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of Lomita Manor February 2024 financial documents
• Receipt and filing of Lomita Manor March 2024 monthly activity report

The Lomita Housing Authority approved its consent agenda, which included minutes from January 16 and March 5, 2024, Lomita Manor's February 2024 financial documents, and its March 2024 monthly activity report. The motion carried 5-0, with Commissioners Gazeley and Hart absent. No scheduled items or public hearings were held, and the meeting adjourned at 5:48 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda items 4a-c (5-0)
• Approved special minutes of January 16, 2024, and regular minutes of March 5, 2024
• Approved Lomita Manor February 2024 financial documents
• Received and filed Lomita Manor March 2024 monthly activity report

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The Council will consider several housing developments, including a subdivision at 2418 253rd Street and a mixed-use project on Narbonne Avenue. The agenda also includes an agreement for Cypress Water Facility updates and zoning changes for accessory dwelling units.

• Subdivision of lot at 2418 253rd Street into nine single-family lots
• Mixed-use project amendment at 24516 Narbonne Avenue
• Agreement for Cypress Water Facility updates up to $150,000
• Zoning changes for two-story stacked accessory dwelling units
• Cleanup cost report for property on Pacific Coast Highway ($56,327.33)

The Lomita City Council approved a vesting tentative tract map to subdivide a 39,428-square-foot lot at 2418 253rd Street into nine single-family lots and one common lot, with Councilmember Gazeley recusing. The council also approved an amendment to Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 74138 for 16 residential units and 39 parking spaces at 24516 Narbonne Avenue, and approved the final map for that same project. In other actions, the council approved a City Manager employment agreement with Andrew Vialpando (first day May 1), authorized up to $150,000 for a Programmable Logic Controller update at the Cypress Water Facility, and confirmed a $56,327.33 cost report for demolition and cleanup of a nuisance property at 2253-2257 Pacific Coast Highway.

• Approved Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 83968 for 9 single-family lots and 1 common lot at 2418 253rd Street (4-0, Gazeley recused)
• Approved amendment to Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 74138 for 16 residential units and 39 parking spaces at 24516 Narbonne Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Final Map for Tract Map No. 74138 at 24516 Narbonne Avenue (5-0)
• Approved City Manager employment agreement with Andrew Vialpando, first day May 1 (5-0)
• Authorized agreement up to $150,000 to update Programmable Logic Controller at Cypress Water Facility (5-0)
• Authorized Interim City Manager to enter water connection agreement with LADWP, West Basin, and Metropolitan Water District (5-0)
• Confirmed $56,327.33 cost report for demolition and cleanup at 2253-2257 Pacific Coast Highway (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 860 amending ADU standards; approved consent agenda items a-d and reimbursement for Councilmember Waite's conference registration (5-0)

Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting

The Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission meeting consists primarily of administrative and procedural items. The agenda includes selecting leadership for the upcoming term and approving minutes from February 27, 2024.

• Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2024-2025
• Approval of February 27, 2024, meeting minutes

The Commission appointed Commissioner Graf as Chair and Commissioner Colbert as Vice-Chair. The body also approved the minutes from the February 27, 2024 meeting.

• Selected Commissioner Graf as Chair and Commissioner Colbert as Vice-Chair (5-0)
• Approved February 27, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The Council will consider a zone text amendment to allow two-story stacked accessory dwelling units up to 20 feet in height within multifamily zoning. Other items include a Measure M funding application and alcohol consumption permits for city events.

• Zone Text Amendment No. 2024-01 regarding two-story stacked accessory dwelling units
• Measure M application for the South Bay Local Travel Network project
• Alcohol consumption on city property for three 60th anniversary events
• Contract with Mercury Events LLC for the Lomita 5k/10k walk and run
• Agreement with West Basin Municipal Water District for power at Service Connection WB-07

The Lomita City Council approved a consent agenda covering routine reports, a Monster Dash event contract, a C-Line extension letter, and a West Basin water agreement. It authorized submitting the South Bay Local Travel Network project for Measure M funding and permitted alcohol consumption at three City-organized 60th anniversary events. The council also introduced the first reading of Ordinance No. 860, revising accessory dwelling unit standards to allow two-story stacked ADUs up to 20 feet in multifamily zones via Planning Commission conditional use permit, with a CEQA exemption. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved consent agenda, including warrants/payroll and monthly reports (5-0)
• Authorized contract with Mercury Events LLC for Lomita 5k/10k Monster Dash on October 26, 2024 (5-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign letter to LA Metro on C-Line Extension to the South Bay (5-0)
• Approved agreement with West Basin Municipal Water District for power at service connection WB-07 (5-0)
• Authorized SBCCOG to submit South Bay Local Travel Network project for Measure M funding (5-0)
• Permitted alcohol consumption on City-owned property for three 60th anniversary events (5-0)
• Introduced first reading of Ordinance No. 860 revising ADU standards, with CEQA exemption (5-0)

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting including several closed session items. These include a public employee appointment for the City Manager position and conferences regarding labor negotiations and anticipated litigation.

• Public employee appointment: City Manager
• Conference with labor negotiators regarding the City Manager
• Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation involving letters from Hugh Marley of the Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board

Lomita Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The commission will review proposals for two housing developments in Lomita. One project at 24516 Narbonne Avenue involves 16 residential units and 39 parking spaces. Another proposal seeks to create nine single-family lots at 2418 253rd Street.

• Mixed-use development of 16 residential units at 24516 Narbonne Avenue
• Subdivision of a lot at 2418 253rd Street into nine single-family lots
• Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2024–2025 term
• Approval of February 12, 2024, meeting minutes

The Commission recommended approval for a 16-unit mixed-use project amendment and a nine-lot single-family residential subdivision. The body also elected its Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2024-2025 term.

• Nominated Commissioner Stephens for Chair (7-0)
• Nominated Commissioner Mattingly for Vice-Chair (7-0)
• Approved February 12, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended approval of amended Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 74138 for 16 residential units at 24516 Narbonne Avenue (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Recommended approval of Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 83968 for nine single-family residential lots at 2418 253rd Street (6-0, 1 abstain)

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The Lomita City Council will conduct a mid-year budget review for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The council is asked to approve recommendations and direct staff to make necessary expenditure and revenue adjustments.

• Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Mid-Year Budget Review

The City Council approved recommendations for the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 mid-year budget review. Staff were directed to make necessary expenditure and revenue budget adjustments to implement these recommendations.

• Approved FY 2023-2024 mid-year budget review recommendations (5-0)

Lomita Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Lomita Housing Authority will review routine consent agenda items, including financial documents and activity reports for Lomita Manor. The meeting also includes the approval of annual certification forms for submission to HUD. No new scheduled items or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of Annual Certification Forms for submission to HUD
• Review of Lomita Manor January 2024 financial documents
• Review of Lomita Manor February 2024 monthly activity reports
• Approval of February 6, 2024, meeting minutes

The Lomita Housing Authority approved four consent agenda items by a 6-0 vote. These items included approving February 2024 meeting minutes, January 2024 financial documents for Lomita Manor, February 2024 activity reports, and annual certification forms for submission to HUD. No public hearings or scheduled items were held during the meeting.

• Approved February 6, 2024 Housing Authority minutes (6-0)
• Approved Lomita Manor January 2024 financial documents (6-0)
• Received and filed Lomita Manor February 2024 activity reports (6-0)
• Approved Annual Certification Forms for HUD submission and updated PHA Plan for FY 2024-2025 (6-0)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss a $35,000 forgivable loan for The Hive Vintage Collective. Other items include a mural project at Lomita Park and illegal fireworks enforcement.

• $35,000 forgivable loan for The Hive Vintage Collective via Job Creation and Business Incentive Program
• Contract for a mural on the softball shed at Lomita Park
• Appian Way Pump Station Roof Replacement Project bid release
• Speed limit sign installation and painting on Lucille Avenue
• Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department proposal for 2024 illegal fireworks suppression enforcement

The Lomita City Council approved a $35,000 forgivable loan to The Hive Vintage Collective through the city's Job Creation and Business Incentive Program, and approved a Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department illegal fireworks suppression proposal with modified enforcement dates of June 23–July 13, 2024. The council also approved a professional services agreement for a mural at Lomita Park and a consent agenda covering speed limit signs, a pump station roof project, a SCADA upgrade, and a parking time limit change. Council Member Gazeley abstained on the mural item. Mayor Pro Tem Waronek was absent.

• Approved $35,000 forgivable loan to The Hive Vintage Collective via Resolution No. 2024-03 (4-0, Waronek absent)
• Approved LASD 2024 illegal fireworks suppression proposal, not to exceed $29,322.72, with modified enforcement dates June 23–July 13, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved professional services agreements with Man One Art and MuralColors for a Lomita Park softball shed mural, total $17,450 (3-0, Gazeley abstained)
• Approved consent agenda items 7a–g, including speed limit signs on Lucille Avenue, Appian Way Pump Station roof bid release, AES Global SCADA upgrade agreement, and Narbonne Avenue parking limit change to two hours (4-0)
• Directed staff to return with an item on fining parents of minors convicted of vandalism (consensus, no vote)
• Concurred with staff legislative project priorities including stormwater, ADA, and park projects (consensus, no vote)

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The Lomita City Council will hold a special meeting to address the appointment of a new City Manager. The council will also meet in closed session with labor negotiators regarding the City Manager position.

• Public employee appointment for City Manager
• Conference with labor negotiators regarding the City Manager

The City Council met in closed session to discuss a public employee appointment for City Manager and a conference with labor negotiators. City Attorney Rusin announced that no reportable action was taken during the meeting.

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting including a closed session. The council is scheduled to address a public employee appointment for the City Manager position and a conference with labor negotiators.

• Public employee appointment: City Manager
• Conference with labor negotiators regarding the City Manager

The City Council met in closed session to discuss a public employee appointment for City Manager and a conference with labor negotiators. City Attorney Rusin announced that no reportable action was taken during the session.

Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting

The commission will conduct its regular meeting including opening ceremonies and approval of previous minutes. The agenda includes staff updates and reports on upcoming City Council meetings.

• Approval of January 23, 2024 minutes
• Report on City Council meetings
• City Council meetings attendance for March 5 and March 19, 2024

The Commission approved the minutes from the January 23, 2024 meeting. Staff provided updates on basketball leagues, a planned mural at Lomita Park, and the Mayor’s Cup Golf Tournament.

• Approved January 23, 2024 minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The Lomita City Council will review the 2023 Community Survey results presented by FM3 research. The council will also discuss existing City Council goals.

• Receive and file 2023 Community Survey results presented by FM3 research
• Review and discussion of existing City Council goals

The City Council received and filed the results of a 2023 community survey conducted by FM3 Research. The council also reviewed existing city goals and projects related to public safety, infrastructure, and economic development.

• Approved receiving and filing 2023 Community Survey results (4-0)
• Reached consensus to hold another Strategic Planning workshop later in the year

Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission Regular Meeting

The commission will consider recommending two speed limit signs and street markings on Lucille Avenue south of Pacific Coast Highway. They will also discuss changing the parking time limit at 25507 Narbonne Avenue from one hour to two hours. The meeting includes updates on the 'Follow Me, I'm Gang and Drug Free' walk and reports from the Sheriff Department.

• Installation of speed limit signs and street markings on Lucille Avenue south of PCH
• Changing parking time limit at 25507 Narbonne Avenue from one to two hours
• Update on 'Follow Me, I'm Gang and Drug Free' Walk
• Sheriff Department updates

The Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission voted 5-0 to recommend that the City Council install two speed limit signs and street markings on Lucille Avenue south of Pacific Coast Highway, at an estimated cost of about $1300.00. The Commission also voted 5-0 to recommend changing the parking time limit at 25507 Narbonne Avenue from one hour to two hours, at an estimated cost of about $300.00. Both items are recommendations only; final decisions rest with the City Council. The remaining agenda items were informational updates, and the meeting adjourned at 6:44 p.m.

• Recommended to City Council: install 2 speed limit signs and street markings on Lucille Avenue south of Pacific Coast Highway (5-0)
• Recommended to City Council: change parking time limit at 25507 Narbonne Avenue from 1 hour to 2 hours (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the November 15, 2023 meeting (3-0, 1 abstention, 1 absent at vote)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several routine administrative reports and the January 2024 Treasury & Investment Report. No specific public hearings or scheduled discussion items are listed on the agenda.

• January 2024 Treasury & Investment Report
• Warrants/Payroll Register
• Administrative Services Department monthly report
• City Manager’s Department monthly report
• Community and Economic Development Department monthly report

The Lomita City Council approved its agenda and, in a single consent agenda vote, approved waiving full reading of ordinances, the minutes of the February 6, 2024 special meeting, the warrants/payroll register, and received and filed several monthly departmental reports plus the January 2024 Treasury & Investment Report. No scheduled items or public hearings were on the agenda. The meeting adjourned at 6:15 p.m. Council Member Gazeley was absent.

• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0, Gazeley absent)
• Approved consent agenda items 7a-i in one vote (4-0, Gazeley absent)
• Approved waiving full reading of ordinances, read by title only
• Approved minutes of the February 6, 2024 special council meeting
• Approved and filed the warrants/payroll register
• Received and filed monthly reports for Administrative Services, City Manager, Community and Economic Development, Recreation and Facilities, and Public Works
• Received and filed the January 2024 Treasury & Investment Report

Lomita Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will discuss a zoning amendment to allow two-story stacked accessory dwelling units up to 20 feet in height. The commission will also consider a permit for the sale of beer and wine at 24416 Crenshaw Boulevard, Units 4 & 5.

• Zoning Text Amendment No. 2024-01 regarding two-story stacked accessory dwelling units up to 20 feet in height
• Conditional Use Permit No. 327 for beer and wine sales at 24416 Crenshaw Boulevard, Units 4 & 5
• Approval of October 9, 2023 meeting minutes

The Lomita Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit No. 327, allowing a restaurant at 24416 Crenshaw Boulevard, Units 4 & 5 to sell beer and wine for on-site consumption, and found the project exempt from CEQA. The Commission also recommended approval of Zoning Text Amendment 2024-01 to the City Council, which would allow two-story stacked accessory dwelling units up to 20 feet in height through a conditional use permit, and found CEQA not applicable. Both votes were unanimous among the six commissioners present, with Commissioner Steinbach absent and Chair Cammarata recused on the ADU item. The Commission also approved minutes from October 9, 2023, and received updates on City Council actions, upcoming businesses, and staff changes.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 327 for beer and wine sales at 24416 Crenshaw Boulevard, Units 4 & 5 (6-0, Commissioner Steinbach absent)
• Recommended approval of Zoning Text Amendment 2024-01 allowing two-story stacked ADUs up to 20 feet high via conditional use permit (5-0, Commissioner Steinbach absent, Chair Cammarata recused)
• Found Conditional Use Permit No. 327 exempt from CEQA (6-0)
• Found Zoning Text Amendment 2024-01 not subject to CEQA (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the October 9, 2023 meeting (6-0)

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting including closed session items. The council is scheduled to address a public employee appointment for the City Manager position, labor negotiations, and legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation.

• Public employee appointment: City Manager
• Conference with labor negotiators involving City Attorney Trevor Rusin and Interim City Manager Joe Hoefgen
• Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation involving letters from Hugh Marley of the Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board dated January 10, 2024

Lomita Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Lomita Housing Authority will meet to conduct routine business including the approval of previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes reviewing financial documents and monthly activity reports for Lomita Manor.

• Approval of December 5, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of Lomita Manor November and December 2023 financial documents
• Receipt and filing of Lomita Manor December 2023 and January 2024 monthly activity reports

The Lomita Housing Authority approved the minutes from the December 5, 2023 meeting. The board also approved financial documents for Lomita Manor for November and December 2023 and filed monthly activity reports for December 2023 and January 2024.

• Approved Regular Housing Authority Minutes of December 5, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved Lomita Manor November and December 2023 Financial Documents (7-0)
• Received and filed Lomita Manor December 2023 and January 2024 Monthly Activity Reports (7-0)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss updates to citywide comprehensive user fees and charges including a CPI adjustment. Other items include an NPDES on-call consultant agreement, camping regulations, and the 2024 legislative platform.

• Resolution 2024-02: Amending citywide comprehensive user fees and charges effective April 6, 2024
• Professional Services Agreement with John L. Hunter and Associates Inc. for $65,000 per year plus a $6,500 annual contingency
• Resolution 2024-01: Approving the 2024 Legislative Platform
• ARPA Façade Improvement Program Application for Ageless Geeks
• Discussion regarding camping regulations in Lomita

The City Council adopted a new legislative platform and a revised schedule of city-wide user fees and charges. The council also approved a $20,000 budget for the 2024 Mayor's Cup and Golf Classic and a professional services agreement for NPDES consulting.

• Approved 2024 Legislative Platform via Resolution 2024-01 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-02 updating city-wide user fees and charges effective April 6, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 budget for 2024 Mayor's Cup and Golf Classic (5-0)
• Approved $65,000 annual professional services agreement with John L. Hunter and Associates Inc. for NPDES consulting (5-0)
• Approved ARPA Facade Improvement Program application for Ageless Geeks (5-0)
• Set Mid-Year Budget Review for March 7, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. (5-0)
• Received and filed report on camping regulations (5-0)

Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review minutes from the October 24, 2023 meeting. The agenda also includes staff updates and a discussion about Lomita’s mural contest.

• Approval of October 24, 2023 minutes
• Lomita's Mural Contest
• Staff updates

The Commission approved the minutes from the October 24, 2023 meeting. Staff provided updates on a mural contest, a museum donation, and city anniversary events.

• Approved October 24, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission - Cancellation Notice

The regular meeting of the Lomita Public Safety & Traffic Commission scheduled for January 17, 2024, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of business.

• Cancellation of the January 17, 2024, commission meeting

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The Lomita City Council will hold a special meeting for opening ceremonies and public comments. The council will also enter a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation involving the BKK Landfill.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding BKK Landfill litigation

Lomita Community Development Advisory Board

The Lomita Community Development Advisory Board will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the proposed roster for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs for fiscal year 2024-2025. The board will also review and approve meeting minutes from February 7, 2023.

• Adoption of the proposed CDBG programs roster for fiscal year 2024-2025
• Approval of February 7, 2023, meeting minutes

Lomita Housing Authority Special Meeting

The Housing Authority is considering a Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) or similar HUD conversion program for Lomita Manor. The proposed action would allow the Executive Director to negotiate agreements with HumanGood and submit a RAD application to HUD.

• Discussion of a RAD or similar HUD conversion program at Lomita Manor

The board authorized the Executive Director to negotiate agreements with HumanGood and partners for a Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) repositioning of Lomita Manor. This action includes the authorization to submit a RAD application to HUD to fund maintenance and upgrades for the 78-unit senior housing project.

• Approved authorization to negotiate agreements with HumanGood for RAD repositioning of Lomita Manor (6-0)
• Approved submittal of a RAD application to HUD (6-0)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The Lomita City Council approved its consent agenda, including adoption of Ordinance No. 859 setting a 100-foot vehicle movement rule and a license agreement letting the Lomita Chamber of Commerce use desk space in the Council Chamber Annex. The council also directed staff to return at a future meeting with options for an anti-camping ordinance. No public hearings or scheduled items were held, and the meeting adjourned at 6:10 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda items 7a-m (4-0, Gazeley absent)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 859 amending municipal code on 100-foot vehicle movement after 72 hours of non-movement
• Authorized Interim City Manager to sign Chamber of Commerce sponsorship form for Lemonade Day, Board Installation and Awards Night, and State of the City
• Authorized Interim City Manager to sign license agreement for Chamber of Commerce desk space in Council Chamber Annex
• Directed staff to return with anti-camping ordinance options at a future meeting
• Received and filed monthly department reports, warrants/payroll register, and FY 2022/23 second-quarter financial report

Lomita Housing Authority Cancellation Notice

The regular meeting of the Lomita Housing Authority scheduled for Tuesday, January 2, 2024, has been cancelled. This notice contains only the cancellation announcement.

• Cancellation of the January 2, 2024, regular meeting