Lomita public meetings in 2025

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The Lomita City Council will vote to renew the franchise allowing Phillips 66 to construct and use an oil pipeline under Ordinance No. 878. It will also adopt the Mayor’s Award of Excellence, approve professional services agreements for code enforcement ($145,600) and for capital improvement projects ($55,000), and adopt revised citywide street‑sweeping schedules with a $50,808 appropriation. A public hearing will consider a zoning text amendment to update accessory dwelling unit regulations.

• Ordinance No. 878 – renewal of oil pipeline franchise for Phillips 66
• Professional Services Agreement with CSG Consultants, Inc. for code enforcement up to $145,600
• Second Amendment with Willdan Engineering Services for capital projects, adding $55,000
• Adoption of revised street‑sweeping service schedules, appropriating $46,189 plus $4,619 contingency (total $50,808)
• Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-02 – update to accessory dwelling unit regulations (public hearing)

Parks and Recreation Commission Special Meeting

The Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a special meeting on December 12, 2025. After opening ceremonies and a period for public comments, the commission will select the holiday home decoration contest winners. No other agenda items are listed.

• Selection of holiday home decoration contest winners

Lomita Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Lomita Planning Commission will adopt a resolution recommending that the City Council approve Tentative Parcel Map No. 83040, Site Plan Review No. 1223, Modification No. 2, and Height Variation Permit No. 119. The proposal involves demolishing a 1,430‑square‑foot primary residence and two accessory buildings and constructing four three‑story townhomes at 26205 Oak Street, exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act. The commission will also approve the minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting.

• Approve November 10, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Public hearing on Tentative Parcel Map No. 83040, Site Plan Review No. 1223, Modification No. 2, Height Variation Permit No. 119 for demolition and construction at 26205 Oak Street
• Communications regarding City Council actions
• Upcoming developments and businesses
• Staff announcements and other commissioner items

The commission approved the November 10, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote and the chair abstaining. After a public hearing and a brief reopening to ask the applicant questions, the commission voted 4‑1 to approve the recommended action for Tentative Parcel Map No. 83040, Site Plan Review No. 1223, Modification No. 2, and Height Variation Permit No. 119 for a four‑unit townhome development at 26205 Oak Street. Commissioner Cammarata recused himself from the development vote due to a professional relationship with the applicant.

• Approved November 10, 2025 minutes (5-0, Chair abstained)
• Reopened public hearing to ask applicant questions (6-0)
• Approved recommendation for Tentative Parcel Map No. 83040 and related permits (4-1, Chair opposed, Commissioner Cammarata recused)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The council will vote on a construction services agreement with Micon Construction, Inc. for Lomita Park playground equipment and rubberized surface replacement, up to a total of $577,833. It will also adopt Ordinance No. 877 adding vacant‑building and fencing provisions to the municipal code and consider several consent‑agenda contracts for the Dial‑Ride program. A public hearing will be continued for the parcel map and site‑plan review of 25307 Oak Street in the R‑1 residential zone.

• Construction Services Agreement with Micon Construction, Inc. for Lomita Park playground equipment and rubberized surface removal/replacement, base $502,463 plus 15% contingency, total not to exceed $577,833
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 877 adding vacant building and abandoned property chapters to the municipal code, with CEQA categorical exemption
• Agreement with MJM Innovations for a one‑year EZTransport System license for the city’s Dial‑Ride program
• Professional Services Agreement with Administrative Services Co‑Op for Dial‑Ride services for a three‑year term, with two optional one‑year extensions
• Public hearing to continue review of Parcel Map No. 83039 and Site Plan No. 1222 for two lots at 25307 Oak Street, R‑1 zone

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the full consent agenda, including agreements for the Dial‑a‑Ride program and amendments to water contractor contracts. It adopted Ordinance No. 877 adding vacant‑building and fencing chapters to the municipal code and found the action CEQA‑exempt. The council also approved a construction services agreement with Micon Construction to replace Lomita Park playground equipment and rubberized surfacing, with a budget not to exceed $577,833, and continued a parcel‑map project for 25307 Oak Street to an uncertain date.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda item a – waive full reading of ordinances (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda item d – agreement with MJM Innovations for Dial‑a‑Ride program (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda item e – professional services agreement for Dial‑a‑Ride program (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 877 adding vacant‑building and fencing chapters, CEQA‑exempt (5‑0)
• Approved amendments to water contractor agreements with Stephen Doreck and Valverde Construction (5‑0)
• Approved construction services agreement with Micon Construction for Lomita Park playground replacement, budget up to $577,833 (5‑0)
• Continued parcel map and site‑plan review for 25307 Oak Street to an uncertain date (no vote recorded)

Lomita Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Lomita Housing Authority will review routine financial and activity reports for Lomita Manor. The body is also discussing the cancellation of its scheduled meeting on January 6, 2026, due to a scheduling conflict.

• Approval of Lomita Manor October financial documents
• Review of Lomita Manor November monthly activity report
• Proposed cancellation of the January 6, 2026 regular meeting

The Authority approved the consent agenda items, which included the November 4, 2025 minutes, October financial documents, and the November activity report. The board also approved canceling the regular meeting scheduled for January 6, 2026 due to a scheduling conflict. Both actions passed unanimously with six votes in favor and none against.

• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, financial docs, activity report) (6-0)
• Cancelled Jan 6, 2026 meeting (6-0)

Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission Regular Meeting

The Public Safety and Traffic Commission will receive informational updates on traffic studies and community safety programs. No formal decisions are scheduled for the listed matters.

• Presentation of the Citywide School Loading Zone Study
• Update on the Local Travel Network Project outreach
• Update on the Wellness and Vacation Check program
• Update on the Neighborhood Watch meeting scheduled for December 5, 2025
• Sheriff Department and staff updates

The Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission approved the October 15, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to receive and file the citywide school loading zone study presentation. It also received and filed updates on the local travel network project, the wellness and vacation check program, and the upcoming neighborhood watch meeting. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved October 15, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Received and filed citywide school loading zone study (5-0)
• Received and filed local travel network project outreach update (5-0)
• Received and filed wellness and vacation check program update (5-0)
• Received and filed first neighborhood watch meeting update (5-0)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The Lomita City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one to create a program addressing vacant and abandoned nuisance properties, and another to renew a franchise for Phillips 66 to construct and use an oil pipeline. The council will also vote on a consent agenda that includes routine items such as meeting minutes, payroll registers, and a treasury report. Additionally, the council will approve a professional services agreement for community engagement on the Local Travel Network Project and a amendment to a water‑quality testing agreement.

• Approve Professional Services Agreement with South Bay Cities Council of Governments for community engagement on the Local Travel Network Project, up to $46,000
• Approve First Amendment to Agreement No. 2022-53 with Clinical Laboratory of San Bernardino, Inc. for water‑quality testing
• Public hearing to adopt Ordinance No. 877 establishing a program for vacant and abandoned nuisance properties
• Public hearing to adopt Ordinance No. 878 renewing franchise for Phillips 66 Pipeline, LLC and Phillips 66 Company
• Approve consent agenda items: minutes, warrants/payroll register, and October 2025 Treasury and Investment Report

The council approved all items on the consent agenda, including a waiver to read ordinances by title only, the October meeting minutes, the warrants/payroll register, the October Treasury and Investment Report, a $40,000 community‑engagement agreement with SBCCOG (up to $46,000 total), and an amendment to the water‑quality laboratory contract. The council held a public hearing on Ordinance 877 to address vacant and abandoned properties and scheduled its second reading for December 2, 2025. The council also moved forward with Ordinance 878 to renew the franchise for Phillips 66 pipelines, introducing it on first reading.

• Approved waiver to read ordinances by title only (7a)
• Approved minutes of Oct 7 2025 and Oct 21 2025 meetings (7b)
• Approved warrants/payroll register (7c)
• Approved October 2025 Treasury and Investment Report (7d)
• Approved $40,000 SBCCOG community‑engagement agreement (up to $46,000 total) (7e)
• Approved amendment to water‑quality lab testing agreement (7f)
• Advanced Ordinance 877 on vacant/abandoned properties; second reading set for Dec 2 2025
• Advanced Ordinance 878 renewing Phillips 66 pipeline franchise; introduced on first reading

Lomita City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting - State of the City

The council will hold its regular meeting on November 13, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. The agenda includes an opening ceremony and a presentation of the 2025 State of the City address. No other items or decisions are scheduled.

Lomita Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will consider a Minor Conditional Use Permit (MCUP No. 8) to reduce parking requirements for a new Pilates and yoga studio located at 24017 Narbonne Avenue, Unit C, in the Downtown Commercial Zone. The commission will also approve the October 13, 2025 meeting minutes. No other actions are listed on the agenda.

• Adopt resolution for MCUP No. 8 allowing reduced parking for Pilates & Yoga studio at 24017 Narbonne Ave, Unit C
• Find the studio project categorically exempt from CEQA
• Approve October 13, 2025 regular meeting minutes

Lomita Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Lomita Housing Authority will consider routine Consent Agenda items, including approval of the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes and the September financial documents for Lomita Manor. Commissioners will also receive a certificate of recognition presented to Judy Larson. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approve the October 7, 2025 Housing Authority meeting minutes
• Approve Lomita Manor September financial documents
• Receive and file the Lomita Manor October monthly activity report
• Certificate of recognition presented to Judy Larson

The Authority approved three consent‑agenda items: the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes, the September 2025 Lomita Manor financial documents, and the October 2025 Lomita Manor activity report. Vice‑Chair Segawa moved, Commissioner Uphoff seconded, and the motion passed unanimously with six AYES and no NOES. No other business was taken.

• Approved October 7, 2025 Housing Authority minutes (6‑0)
• Approved September 2025 Lomita Manor financial documents (6‑0)
• Received and filed October 2025 Lomita Manor activity report (6‑0)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a new ordinance regarding vacant buildings, abandoned property, and fencing. The body is also deciding on painting projects for city parks and the Railroad Museum, and discussing a railcar loan from the Port of Los Angeles.

• Proposed ordinance establishing vacant building and abandoned property chapters
• Purchase orders for painting at Lomita Railroad Museum and Lomita Park not to exceed $131,340
• Resolution No. 2025-37 to authorize CalRecycle grant applications
• Agreement with Bob Murray and Associates for Public Works Director recruitment
• Discussion of the Waterfront Red Railcar project offered by the Port of Los Angeles

The council voted 4-1 to gather resident input on whether to install the Red Car exhibit, a playground, or a passive park at Irene Lewis Park. It also approved purchase orders for painting projects up to $131,340 and a resolution authorizing grant applications. An ordinance creating a vacant‑building and abandoned‑property chapter was adopted, and the State of the City event was scheduled for November 13.

• Approved community input motion on Irene Lewis Park options (4-1)
• Approved purchase orders for painting Railroad Museum and park courts, up to $131,340 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-37 authorizing CalRecycle grant applications (5-0)
• Approved executive recruitment services for Public Works Director (5-0)
• Approved ordinance establishing vacant building and abandoned property chapter (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (5-0)
• Approved motion to schedule State of the City event on Nov 13, 2025 (5-0)

Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting

The Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission will approve the minutes from its September 23, 2025 meeting. It will receive updates on minor capital improvement projects and staff matters. The commission will choose the winners of the Halloween home decoration contest. It will also note commissioner items and upcoming attendance at city council meetings on November 4 and November 18, 2025.

• Approve minutes – September 23, 2025
• Minor capital improvement project updates
• Staff updates
• Selection of Halloween home decoration contest winners
• Commissioners to attend city council meetings on Nov 4 and Nov 18, 2025

The commission approved the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes with a vote of three ayes and two abstentions. The motion was carried. Commissioners also unanimously selected the three winners of the Halloween home‑decoration contest. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved September 23, 2025 minutes (ayes: De Leon Allred, Tamer, Graf; abstain: Danielson, Torrente)
• Selected three Halloween home‑decoration contest winners (unanimous)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The Lomita City Council will approve a cost-share agreement with West Basin Municipal Water District for the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan, authorize additional funds for a street reconstruction project, and adopt an ordinance establishing oversized vehicle regulations. The meeting also includes a resolution of intent to renew an oil pipeline franchise.

• Cost-share agreement with West Basin Municipal Water District not to exceed $37,500
• Street Reconstruction Project Zone G – Phase 1 additional funds of $8,104.41
• Ordinance No. 876 establishing oversized vehicle regulations
• Resolution of intent to renew oil pipeline franchise with Phillips 66
• Notice Inviting Bids for Lomita Park Playground Replacement Project

The council approved a cost‑share agreement with West Basin Municipal Water District for up to $37,500 to update the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan. It adopted Ordinance No. 876 that adds oversized‑vehicle restrictions to the municipal code. The council also approved the notice of completion for Zone G Phase 1, releasing a $62,772.62 retention payment to the contractor, and authorized a memorandum of understanding with Torrance to install ten ALPR cameras.

• Approved cost‑share agreement with West Basin Municipal Water District up to $37,500 (5‑0)
• Approved Notice of Completion for Zone G Phase 1 and release of $62,772.62 retention payment (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 876 establishing oversized vehicle regulations (5‑0)
• Approved MOU with City of Torrance for installation of ten ALPR cameras (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items 7a‑7d, 7g‑7h, 7k, and 7i (5‑0)
• Authorized release of Notice Inviting Bids for Lomita Park Playground Replacement Project (5‑0)
• Approved FY 2024/25 Quarterly Financial Report (5‑0)
• Approved FY 2024/25 Year‑End Budget Amendments (5‑0)

Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission Regular Meeting

The Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission will consider two informational presentations. One covers an ordinance amending the municipal code to add Chapter 10 on oversized vehicle permits. The other discusses the installation of license‑plate‑reader cameras by the City of Torrance. Both items are recommended for receipt and filing only.

• Presentation on ordinance adding Chapter 10 (oversized vehicle permits) to Title VIII, Sections 8‑3.05‑8‑3.09
• Presentation on installation of license‑plate‑reader (LPR) cameras by the City of Torrance
• Approval of minutes from the September 17, 2025 meeting
• Sheriff Department updates (informational)
• Staff updates (informational)

The commission approved the September 17, 2025 meeting minutes with a 3‑0 vote, two members absent. It then received and filed a presentation on an oversized‑vehicle permit program proposed by Community Safety Manager Lawson. The commission also received and filed a presentation on a new memorandum of understanding with the City of Torrance for installation of license‑plate‑reader cameras.

• Approved September 17, 2025 minutes (3‑0, 2 absent)
• Received and filed Oversized Vehicle Permit presentation
• Received and filed LPR camera MOU presentation

Lomita Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a pre-existing liquor store. The body is considering the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits for off-site consumption at the location.

• Conditional Use Permit No. 334 for a liquor store at 2413 Pacific Coast Highway, Units 105 and 106
• Approval of September 8, 2025, regular meeting minutes

The commission approved the October 8, 2025 meeting minutes. It adopted an amendment to the CUP resolution to correct a blank condition and renumber conditions. The commission then approved Conditional Use Permit No. 334 for the liquor store at 2413 Pacific Coast Highway, modifying operating hours to allow service until 1:59 a.m. seven days a week. A final resolution incorporating these changes was also adopted.

• Approved October 8, 2025 minutes (7-0, Graf abstained)
• Adopted amendment removing blank Condition 16 and renumbering conditions (7-0)
• Approved CUP No. 334 with extended hours to 1:59 a.m. daily (6-1, Steinbach no)
• Adopted final resolution approving CUP with amendments (4-2-1, Cammarata and Steinbach no, Mattingly abstained)

Lomita Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Lomita Housing Authority will meet to consider routine consent items. The body is scheduled to review financial documents and an activity report for Lomita Manor.

• Approval of September 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of Lomita Manor August financial documents
• Review of Lomita Manor September monthly activity report

At its regular meeting on Oct. 7, 2025, the Lomita Housing Authority approved all items on the consent agenda. The approvals included the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes, the August financial documents for Lomita Manor, and the September activity report for Lomita Manor. The motion was approved unanimously with all five commissioners voting aye.

• Approve September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approve Lomita Manor August financial documents (5-0)
• Receive and file Lomita Manor September activity report (5-0)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider awarding a construction contract for the Narbonne South Water Main Replacement and Street Reconstruction Project. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to establish restrictions and permits for oversized vehicles. Other items include engineering services for a local travel network and a grant application for a sports complex.

• Construction agreement with All American Asphalt for Narbonne South Water Main Replacement and Street Reconstruction Project not to exceed $2,276,303
• Professional services agreement with TDG Engineering, Inc. for Local Travel Network Project not to exceed $685,858
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 876 to establish restrictions and permits for oversized vehicles
• Amendment No. 2 with Michael Baker International for Lomita Manor consulting services not to exceed $14,500
• Resolution to apply for a Measure A Grant for planning and design of the Lomita Sports Complex

The council approved the Narbonne South Water Main Replacement and Street Reconstruction project, authorizing a contract not to exceed $2,276,303. It also approved a professional services agreement with TDG Engineering for the Local Travel Network design, up to $685,858. The consent agenda items 7a‑7f, including a $11,962.59 retention payment and a $14,500 amendment with Michael Baker International, were approved. A resolution was adopted to submit a Measure A grant application for planning and design of the Lomita Sports Complex.

• Awarded Narbonne South Water Main Replacement contract up to $2,276,303 (5-0)
• Approved TDG Engineering civil‑engineering design services contract up to $685,858 (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda Items 7a‑7f (5-0)
• Authorized release of $11,962.59 retention payment to Palp Inc. dba Excel Paving (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No.2 with Michael Baker International up to $14,500 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution to submit Measure A grant application for Lomita Sports Complex (5-0)

Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting

The Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission will vote to approve the minutes of its August 26, 2025 meeting. The agenda includes updates on the Hathaway Park enhancement and on minor capital improvement projects, as well as staff updates. Additional items note commissioner business and the commissioners' attendance at City Council meetings on October 7 and October 21, 2025.

• Approval of minutes – August 26, 2025
• Hathaway Park enhancement update
• Minor capital improvement project updates
• Staff updates
• Commissioners to attend City Council meetings on Oct 7 and Oct 21, 2025

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting. Commissioner Tamer moved, Commissioner De Leon Allred seconded, and the motion carried with all three present commissioners voting aye. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved August 26, 2025 minutes (ayes: De Leon Allred, Tamer, Graf; noes: none)

Lomita Public Safety Traffic Commission Meeting

The Public Safety and Traffic Commission will receive a presentation on recently completed traffic improvements. The body will also receive informational updates from the Sheriff Department and city staff.

• Presentation on lane merge signage, pavement markings, and no stopping restrictions on Palos Verdes Drive North

The Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the June 18, 2025 meeting. The commission also unanimously received and filed a presentation on the recently completed lane‑merge signage, pavement markings, and no‑stopping restrictions on Palos Verdes Drive North. No other actions were taken.

• Approved June 18, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Received and filed lane‑merge signage presentation (4-0)

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The Lomita City Council will open the meeting, allow public comments, then recess to a closed session. In the closed session, the council will meet with legal counsel to discuss one pending lawsuit. Afterward the City Attorney will report on the closed session before the meeting adjourns.

• Closed‑session conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (1 case)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review construction agreements for water main replacement and street reconstruction. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding the city's Local Hazard Mitigation Plan.

• Construction agreement with All American Asphalt for Narbonne South Water Main Replacement and Street Reconstruction not to exceed $2,276,303.10
• Construction agreement with Hardy and Harper, Inc. for Street Reconstruction Project Zone G Phase 2 not to exceed $1,871,579.00
• Purchase order with Trane U.S. Inc. for City Hall HVAC Improvement Project design for $74,500
• Public hearing on the Final Draft of the Lomita Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Resolution No. 2025-34 adopting the FY 2025-26 project list for SB 1 road maintenance funds

The Lomita City Council approved its agenda and the full consent agenda, including a $74,500 HVAC design purchase order and a resolution for FY 2025‑26 road projects. It awarded a $2.28 million contract to All American Asphalt for the Narbonne South water main and street reconstruction, and a $1.87 million contract to Hardy & Harper for the Zone G Phase 2 street project. The council also approved the submittal of the updated Local Hazard Mitigation Plan to state and federal agencies.

• Approved meeting agenda (4‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items 7a‑7h, including $74,500 Trane HVAC purchase order and FY 2025‑26 road project resolution (4‑0)
• Confirmed Councilmember Waite as Cal Cities delegate and appointed Councilmember Uphoff as alternate (4‑0)
• Awarded All American Asphalt contract for Narbonne South water main and street reconstruction, up to $2,276,303.10 (4‑0)
• Awarded Hardy & Harper contract for Zone G Phase 2 street reconstruction, up to $1,871,579.00 (4‑0)
• Approved submittal of updated Lomita Local Hazard Mitigation Plan to CalOES and FEMA (4‑0)

Lomita Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Lomita Planning Commission will discuss and consider a conditional use permit for a roofing contractor shop. The proposal involves using two adjoining tenant spaces for a showroom, office, and indoor storage.

• Conditional Use Permit No. 332 for a roofing contractor shop at 2366 and 2368 Lomita Boulevard
• Determination of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) exemption for the roofing shop project
• Approval of minutes from the August 11, 2025, regular meeting

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting. It also approved Conditional Use Permit No. 332, allowing a roofing contractor shop at 2366 and 2368 Lomita Boulevard in the Community Commercial zone and finding the project exempt from CEQA. No opposition was recorded and all six present commissioners voted in favor.

• Approved August 11, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 332 for roofing contractor shop at 2366 & 2368 Lomita Blvd, CEQA exempt (6-0)

Lomita Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Lomita Housing Authority’s regular meeting will consider several consent‑agenda items. Commissioners will vote to approve the July 1, 2025 meeting minutes, adopt the June and July 2025 financial documents for Lomita Manor, and receive the August activity report. A certificate of recognition will be presented to Rosemary Hart. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Approve July 1, 2025 Housing Authority meeting minutes
• Approve Lomita Manor June & July 2025 financial documents
• Receive and file Lomita Manor August monthly activity report
• Present certificate of recognition to Rosemary Hart

The Lomita Housing Authority voted to approve the Consent Agenda items 5a‑5c. The July 1, 2025 meeting minutes, the June and July 2025 financial documents for Lomita Manor, and the August 2025 activity report were all approved. The motion passed unanimously with all six commissioners voting aye.

• Approved July 1, 2025 Housing Authority minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Lomita Manor June & July 2025 financial documents (unanimous)
• Received and filed Lomita Manor August 2025 activity report (unanimous)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The Lomita City Council will vote on several Consent Agenda items, including contracts for planning services, street reconstruction, and communications consulting, as well as amendments to employee compensation plans. Scheduled items include a quarterly crime report, a retail void analysis, and a new consulting agreement with Tripepi Smith & Associates. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approve $6,750/month (up to $108,000) contract with Lew Edwards Group for fiscal sustainability services.
• Approve $217,854 plus 15% contingency (total not to exceed $250,532) contract with FCG Consultants for Zone G Street Reconstruction Phase 2.
• Adopt Resolutions 2025-32 and 2025-33 to amend compensation plans for executive and non‑represented employees.
• Approve three‑year consulting agreement with Tripepi Smith & Associates: $147,710 first‑year fee plus $80,000 appropriation, with increasing amounts in years two and three.
• Approve First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Kosmont & Associates for economic development consulting.

The council approved the meeting agenda and the entire consent agenda, which included several contracts and compensation plan updates. It authorized a planning services agreement with the Lew Edwards Group up to $108,000 and awarded a $250,532 contract to FCG Consultants for Phase 2 street reconstruction. The council also adopted new compensation resolutions for executive and non‑represented employees and approved a three‑year communications consulting agreement with Tripepi Smith & Associates.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 7a‑7g (5-0)
• Authorized agreement with Lew Edwards Group for planning services, up to $108,000 (5-0)
• Awarded Phase 2 Street Reconstruction Project to FCG Consultants, up to $250,532 (5-0)
• Approved amendment to agreement with Kosmont & Associates (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑32 updating executive compensation plan (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑33 updating non‑represented employee compensation plan (5-0)
• Approved three‑year communications consulting contract with Tripepi Smith & Associates, up to $197,142 in year 1 (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Committee Regular Meeting

The Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission will vote to approve the minutes of its July 22, 2025 meeting. Commissioners will receive an update on the Hathaway Park enhancement project and a recap of the National Night Out event. Staff will provide additional updates, and commissioners will discuss upcoming attendance at City Council meetings on September 2 and September 16, 2025.

• Approval of minutes – July 22, 2025
• Hathaway Park enhancement update
• National Night Out event recap
• Staff updates
• Commissioners to attend City Council meetings on Sept 2 and Sept 16, 2025

The Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the July 22, 2025 meeting, recording four ayes, no noes, and one abstention. The session also included updates on Hathaway Park equipment, a recap of the National Night Out event, and staff reports on various programs. Commissioner Danielson asked about holiday decorations for city parks. The meeting adjourned at 6:37 p.m.

• Approved July 22, 2025 meeting minutes (4 ayes, 0 noes, 1 abstain)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a proposal to split one residential lot into two to build single-family homes and accessory dwelling units. The body will also vote on several contracts and the adoption of new public construction bidding procedures.

• Public hearing for Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 83039 to create two lots at 25307 Oak Street with a home and ADU on each
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 875 to implement the California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act (UPCCAA)
• Procurement of holiday tree lighting decorations and services not to exceed $35,160.42
• Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 2021-28 with Michael Baker International not to exceed $100,175 annually
• Resolution No. 2025-30 to reclassify Parking Enforcement Supervisor to Community Safety Supervisor

The Lomita City Council approved its agenda and a consent agenda covering several items, including a holiday lighting purchase, adoption of the Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act ordinance, and staff classification changes. It also approved an amendment to a contract with Michael Baker International. The council adopted a resolution to subdivide a lot at 25307 Oak Street into two parcels, each with a single‑family residence and an accessory dwelling unit, and found the project exempt from CEQA.

• Approved meeting agenda (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items 7a‑h, including holiday lighting procurement up to $35,160.42 and multiple resolutions (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 875 and Resolution 2025‑29 subjecting city to the California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑30 reclassifying Parking Enforcement Supervisor to Community Safety Supervisor (5‑0)
• Approved amendment to Agreement 2021‑28 with Michael Baker International, annual amount not to exceed $100,175 (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑31 approving Vesting Tentative Parcel Map 83039 and Site Plan Review 1222 to subdivide 19,148‑sq‑ft lot at 25307 Oak St into two lots with a single‑family home and ADU; found CEQA categorical exemption (3‑0, 2 recused)
• Received and filed City of Lomita Communications Platforms Assessment (no vote)
• Received presentation on City mobile app; information only (no vote)

Lomita Planning Commission Meeting

The Lomita Planning Commission will meet to discuss the Phase 2 zoning code update resulting from the 2024 General Plan. This item is for information only and will be presented by Perry Banner of De Novo Planning Group.

• Information on Phase 2 of the Zoning Code Update resulting from the 2024 General Plan
• Approval of July 14, 2025, meeting minutes

The Lomita Planning Commission approved the minutes from its July 14, 2025 regular meeting. The motion was made by Commissioner Cammarata, seconded by Commissioner Santos, and passed with six votes in favor and none against. The commission also received an informational presentation on Phase 2 of the zoning code update, but no action was taken. No public hearings were scheduled for the meeting.

• Approved July 14, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)

Lomita Regular City Council Meeting

The Lomita City Council will consider Ordinance No. 875 to adopt the California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act (UPCCAA) and related municipal code amendments. The body will also approve routine contracts for street reconstruction and IT services.

• Ordinance No. 875 for first reading (UPCCAA adoption)
• Construction bid advertisement for CIP Street Reconstruction Project Zone G - Phase 2
• Professional Services Agreement with Lan Wan Enterprise for IT Services ($199,900)
• Professional Services Agreement with Z&K Consultants for Narbonne South Water Main Replacement ($387,292)
• Approval of minutes from May through July 2025

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda items, which include authorizing a $199,900 IT services contract with Lan Wan Enterprise and a $387,292 water‑main consulting contract. Councilmembers also voted to introduce Ordinance No. 875, establishing informal bidding procedures under the California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act, for a first reading. All votes were 5‑0 in favor.

• Approved meeting agenda (5‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 7a‑f (5‑0)
• Authorized $199,900 IT services agreement with Lan Wan Enterprise (5‑0)
• Authorized $387,292 consulting agreement with Z&K Consultants for water main project (5‑0)
• Authorized advertisement of bid documents for CIP Street Reconstruction Project Zone G‑Phase 2 (5‑0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 875 for first reading (5‑0)

Community Development Advisory Board Special Meeting

The Community Development Advisory Board will hold a public hearing to discuss and consider approving an amendment to the adopted roster for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs for fiscal years 2024‑25 and 2025‑26. The board will also vote to approve the minutes from the February 18, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing to approve amendment to the adopted roster for CDBG programs for FY 2024‑25 and FY 2025‑26
• Approval of the Community Development Advisory Board meeting minutes from February 18, 2025

Lomita Parks and Recreation Meeting

The Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission will vote to approve the minutes of its June 24, 2025 meeting. It will receive updates on the Hathaway Park enhancement and a recap of the Founders Day event. Staff will provide additional updates, and commissioners will discuss attending upcoming City Council meetings on August 5 and August 19, 2025.

• Approve minutes – June 24, 2025
• Hathaway Park enhancement update
• Founders Day event recap
• Staff updates
• Commissioners to attend City Council meetings – Aug 5 & Aug 19, 2025

The Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting. The motion passed with four votes in favor and none against. No other actions or decisions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved June 24, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

Lomita Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will discuss a proposal to split one legal lot into two. The plan includes constructing a single-family residence and an accessory dwelling unit on each new lot.

• Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 83039 and Site Plan Review No. 1222 for 25307 Oak Street
• Proposed construction of two 2,908 square foot two-story residences
• Proposed construction of two 1,000 square foot single-story detached accessory dwelling units (ADUs)
• Approval of June 9, 2025, meeting minutes

The commission approved the minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. It also approved the recommended action to adopt Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 83039 and Site Plan Review No. 1222 for the creation of two lots and construction of a single‑family residence and accessory dwelling unit at 25307 Oak Street. Both actions passed with all present commissioners voting aye and no noes recorded.

• Approved June 9, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0, Santos and Steinbach absent)
• Approved Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 83039 and Site Plan Review No. 1222 for 25307 Oak Street (5-0, Santos and Steinbach absent)

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The Lomita City Council will open the meeting with standard ceremonies and public comments. The council will then recess to a closed session to confer with legal counsel about anticipated litigation, including letters from Hugh Marley of the Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board dated January 10, 2024. After the closed session, the City Attorney will give an oral report and the council will adjourn.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation
• Review of letters from Hugh Marley of the Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board (Jan 10, 2024)
• City Attorney oral report regarding the closed session

Lomita Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Lomita Housing Authority is meeting to approve routine consent items. The body will review financial documents and an activity report for Lomita Manor.

• Approval of Lomita Manor May 2025 Financial Documents
• Review of Lomita Manor June Monthly Activity Report
• Approval of June 17, 2025 Special Housing Authority minutes

The Lomita Housing Authority voted to approve the consent agenda items, which included the June 17, 2025 special meeting minutes, the May 2025 financial documents for Lomita Manor, and the June activity report. Vice‑Chair Segawa made the motion, Commissioner Uphoff seconded, and all seven commissioners voted aye. No other business was taken.

• Approved June 17, 2025 special meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Lomita Manor May 2025 financial documents (7-0)
• Received and filed Lomita Manor June 2025 activity report (7-0)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The council approved the meeting agenda and the full consent agenda, which included a fire‑hazard map update, a graffiti‑removal contract, a water‑main bid advertisement, a grant application, and employee compensation resolutions. It also voted to cancel the July 15 council meeting and adopted a resolution directing the County Assessor to process delinquent solid‑waste charges for Arakelian Enterprises.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items, including fire‑hazard map ordinance, graffiti‑removal contract ($24,000/yr, up to $72,000), grant application to SCWP, advertisement for Narbonne South water‑main bids, repurposing street‑sweeping subcommittee, and employee compensation MOUs (5‑0)
• Cancelled the July 15, 2025 regular city council meeting (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑28 directing the County Assessor to process delinquent solid‑waste charges for Arakelian Enterprises (5‑0)

Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

The Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission will convene to approve minutes from a previous meeting and receive updates on Hathaway Park enhancements and Founders Day events. The agenda also includes a public comment period and a schedule for commissioners to attend upcoming City Council meetings.

• Approval of May 27, 2025 minutes
• Hathaway Park Enhancement Update
• Founders Day Event Update
• Commissioners to attend City Council meetings on July 1 and July 15

The Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the April 22, 2025 meeting. All five commissioners voted aye and none voted no. The meeting also included updates on park enhancements, events, and staff activities before adjourning at 6:54 p.m.

• Approved April 22, 2025 minutes (5-0)

Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission Meeting

The Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission will meet to approve minutes from May 21, 2025, and receive a notification regarding new lane merge signage, pavement markings, and no stopping restrictions on Palos Verdes Drive North.

• Approval of May 21, 2025, minutes
• Notification of lane merge signage on Palos Verdes Drive North
• Sheriff Department updates
• Staff updates
• Commissioners to attend City Council meetings on July 1 and July 15

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting. It also received and filed the notification for lane‑merge signage, pavement markings, and no‑stop restrictions on Palos Verdes Drive North. No other actions were taken.

• Approved May 21, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Received and filed lane‑merge signage, pavement markings, and no‑stop restrictions on Palos Verdes Drive North (4-0)

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The Lomita City Council convened a special meeting to conduct opening ceremonies, hear public comments, and enter a closed session. In the closed session, the council met with labor negotiators—including City Administrative Services Director Susan Kamada, senior consultant Matt Doyle, and the Lomita City Employees Association—to discuss labor matters. The City Attorney will provide a report on the closed session before the meeting adjourns.

• Opening ceremonies (call to order, roll call)
• Public comments from residents
• Closed‑session conference with labor negotiators: Susan Kamada, Matt Doyle, Lomita City Employees Association
• Closed‑session announcement by City Attorney
• Adjournment

Lomita Housing Authority Special Meeting

The Lomita Housing Authority will meet to discuss and consider the adoption of the Lomita Manor operating budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The body will also review financial and activity reports for Lomita Manor.

• Resolution No. HA 2025-01: Approving the Lomita Manor operating budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
• Lomita Manor March - April 2025 Financial Reports
• Lomita Manor April and May Monthly Activity Reports

The Lomita Housing Authority unanimously approved the consent agenda items, including the April 1, 2025 minutes, the March‑April 2025 financial reports, and the April‑May activity reports. It also adopted Resolution No. HA 2025‑01, approving the Lomita Manor operating budget for fiscal year 2025‑2026. No public comments or additional business were presented.

• Approved April 1, 2025 Housing Authority minutes (7-0)
• Approved Lomita Manor March‑April 2025 financial reports (7-0)
• Received and filed Lomita Manor April‑May activity reports (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. HA 2025‑01 approving Lomita Manor operating budget FY 2025‑2026 (7-0)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a development impact fee nexus study for parks and sewer facilities and an ordinance updating fire hazard severity zones. The body is also reviewing several consent items including water rights leases and event contracts.

• Public hearing on Development Impact Fee Nexus Study for Parks and Sewer Facilities
• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 874 updating Fire Hazard Severity Zones Map
• Agreement with James Events Production Inc. for Founders Day 2025 equipment rental not to exceed $51,000
• Water rights lease agreements with Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles ($24,000) and Hillside Memorial Park ($12,000)
• Resolution No. 2025-20 adopting the Annual Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2025-2026

The Lomita City Council adopted the annual appropriations limit for FY 2025‑2026, approved two groundwater lease agreements worth $24,000 and $12,000, and authorized a $51,000 equipment rental contract for Founders Day. It also updated the city’s records‑management and social‑media policies, adopted a development‑impact‑fee nexus study, and introduced an updated fire‑hazard severity zones ordinance.

• Approved water‑rights lease with Roman Catholic Archdiocese ($24,000) (5‑0)
• Approved water‑rights lease with Hillside Memorial Park ($12,000) (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑20 setting the FY 2025‑2026 annual appropriations limit (5‑0)
• Approved James Events Production Inc. equipment rental for Founders Day up to $51,000 (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑21 amending the city’s records‑management policy (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑22 updating the city’s social‑media policy and disclaimer (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑23 approving the Development Impact Fee Nexus Study (5‑0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 874 updating fire‑hazard severity zones (first reading) (5‑0)

Lomita Planning Commission Meeting

The Lomita Planning Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss two study sessions regarding residential building height restrictions and keeping chickens in residential zones. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approval of March 10, 2025, meeting minutes
• Study session on building height and accessory dwelling unit single-story restrictions
• Study session on keeping chickens in residential zoning districts
• Commissioners to attend City Council meetings on July 1 and July 15, 2025

The Lomita Planning Commission met on June 9, 2025 and approved the minutes from the March 10, 2025 regular meeting. The motion to approve was made by Commissioner Cammarata, seconded by Commissioner Graf, and passed with all six present commissioners voting aye and no noes; Commissioner Santos was absent. Two study‑session items on ADU height standards and residential chickens were discussed but no action was taken. The commission noted upcoming items such as a July recommendation on an expired application and a Dutch Bros. application.

• Approved March 10, 2025 minutes (ayes: Cammarata, Dever, Graf, Steinbach, Mattingly, Stephens; noes: none; absent: Santos)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss appointments for the Planning, Parks and Recreation, and Public Traffic Safety commissions. The body is also considering a contract amendment for street reconstruction and updates to the City Manager's employment agreement.

• Contract amendment with David Evans & Associates for Street Reconstruction Project-Zone G not to exceed $317,388
• Appointments for two Parks and Recreation Commission seats, two Planning Commission seats, and one Public Traffic Safety Commission seat
• Public hearing for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 fees for FY 2025-26
• Proposed removal of resident and non-resident fee distinctions for park programs and rentals
• Resolution 2025-17 to approve Amendment No. 1 to the City Manager Employment Agreement

The Lomita City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda items, a $317,388 amendment to an engineering design contract for a street reconstruction project, and appropriated $96,053 from the Street Improvements Fund. The Council also reappointed members to the Parks & Recreation, Public Safety & Traffic, and Planning commissions, and adopted three resolutions covering the City Manager employment amendment, Landscape Maintenance District fees for FY 2025‑26, and a master fee schedule change that equalizes resident and non‑resident recreation fees.

• Approved consent agenda items 7a‑c (waive full reading, minutes, warrants) (5‑0)
• Approved First Amendment to engineering design contract for Street Reconstruction Project‑Zone G, total up to $317,388 and $96,053 fund appropriation (5‑0)
• Reappointed Cristina De Leon Allred and Katy Tamer to Parks and Recreation Commission (5‑0)
• Reappointed Mike Cozzolino to Public Safety and Traffic Commission (5‑0)
• Reappointed Steve Cammarata and Bob Steinbach to Planning Commission (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑17 amending City Manager employment agreement (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑18 approving Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 fees for FY 2025‑26 (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑19 amending Master Fee Schedule to equalize resident and non‑resident recreation fees (5‑0)

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The Lomita City Council will hold a special meeting on June 3, 2025. The only scheduled item is to conduct interviews of new applicants to fill commission vacancies whose terms are expiring. The council will consider nominating and appointing these applicants at the next regular meeting. No other actions or decisions are on the agenda.

• Interview applicants for commission vacancies (terms expiring) – recommendation to nominate and appoint at next regular council meeting

Lomita Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss potential enhancements for Hathaway Park and an alternative option for the Red Car Trolley. The body will also receive an update on the Founders Day event and staff reports.

• Discussion of Hathaway Park enhancements
• Discussion and consideration of Red Car Trolley alternative option
• Founders Day event update
• Approval of April 22, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission approved the minutes from the April 22, 2025 meeting. It voted to have staff investigate installing permanent soccer goals at Hathaway Park. It also postponed a vote on the Red Car Trolley location until cost information is available.

• Approved minutes from April 22, 2025 (4 ayes, 0 noes, 1 abstain)
• Directed staff to investigate permanent soccer goals at Hathaway Park (5 ayes, 0 noes)
• Postponed vote on Red Car Trolley location until cost details are provided (5 ayes, 0 noes)

Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission Regular Meeting

The Public Safety and Traffic Commission will approve the minutes from the April 16 meeting and consider a recommendation to the City Council to modify Palos Verdes Drive North with new signage, pavement markings, and a 120‑foot red curb. The agenda also includes informational updates on the “Follow Me, I’m Gang and Drug Free” walk, Sheriff Department matters, and staff updates. Additional items cover commissioner business and upcoming City Council attendance.

• Approve minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting
• Recommend to City Council modifications on Palos Verdes Drive North: 120 ft red curb, “No Stopping Anytime” signs, “Lane Ends” sign, lane‑drop arrow markings, and 200 ft lane line extension
• Update on “Follow Me, I’m Gang and Drug Free” walk (informational)
• Sheriff Department updates (informational)
• Staff updates (informational)

The commission elected Chair Ballard and Vice‑Chair Kurata for the 2025‑2026 term. It approved the minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting. It adopted a recommendation to the City Council to add curb, signs and pavement markings on Palos Verdes Drive North.

• Elected Chair Ballard for 2025‑2026 (vote 4‑0, Commissioner Pace absent)
• Elected Vice‑Chair Kurata for 2025‑2026 (vote 4‑0, Commissioner Pace absent)
• Approved April 16, 2025 meeting minutes (vote 4‑0, Commissioner Pace absent)
• Recommended to City Council modifications on Palos Verdes Drive North, including red curb, no‑stopping signs, lane‑end sign and pavement markings (vote 4‑0, Commissioner Pace absent)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The Lomita City Council will consider approving contracts for Founders Day 2025 and amendments to the fiscal year 2024-2026 budget. The meeting also includes a discussion on a waterfront red railcar project.

• Approve Founders Day vendor agreements up to $53,220
• Approve FY 2024-2026 mid-cycle budget amendments
• Discuss Waterfront Red Railcar project options
• Approve compensation plan for non-represented employees
• Approve amendments to part-time employment policy

The council adopted a motion directing staff to select the newer railcar option, determine final costs, include an early‑termination penalty in any loan, and seek Port of Los Angeles assistance, with input from the Parks & Recreation Commission. The FY 2024‑26 mid‑cycle budget amendments were approved unanimously. A travel‑reimbursement policy amendment passed 3‑2, and several consent‑agenda items, including Founders Day vendor agreements and employee compensation resolutions, were approved unanimously.

• Approved travel and reimbursement policy amendment (Resolution 2025-14) (3-2)
• Approved new actions for Waterfront Red Railcar project (4-1)
• Approved FY 2024-26 mid-cycle budget amendments (5-0)
• Approved agreements with Fun Services SO-CAL ($≤$29,220) and Fireworks America ($≤$24,000) for Founders Day (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-15 rescinding prior resolution and approving compensation plan for non‑represented employees (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-16 amending part‑time and temporary employment policy and salary schedule (unanimous)
• Approved waiver to read ordinances in title only (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the Special City Council Meeting of May 6, 2025 (unanimous)

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a study session. The body will discuss and consider overnight travel for conferences and meetings for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.

• Study session regarding FY 2025-2026 overnight travel for conferences and meetings

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss labor negotiations and personnel evaluations. No items are scheduled for decision or discussion in the open session.

• Labor negotiations with the Lomita City Employees Association
• Performance evaluation of City Manager Andrew Vialpando
• Labor negotiations with City Manager Andrew Vialpando

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The Lomita City Council will consider a range of consent agenda items, including contracts for the Downtown Streetscape Enhancement Project and a grant consulting agreement. It will adopt Ordinance No. 872 to amend the CALPERS contract and reduce cost‑sharing for the unrepresented executive management group. The council will discuss a resolution to levy assessments for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 for fiscal year 2025‑26 and set a public hearing date. Additional items include approval of initial expenditures for the Defense Fuel Support Point San Pedro facility.

• Authorize a $25,415 contract (plus 15% contingency, total up to $29,228) with Shariden Design Asphalt for decorative asphalt surfacing services.
• Authorize a $32,500 contract (plus 15% contingency, total up to $37,375) with David Volz Design for median landscape design services.
• Adopt Ordinance No. 872 to amend the CALPERS contract, reducing cost‑sharing for the unrepresented executive management group.
• Adopt Resolution No. 2025-13 to levy assessments for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 for FY 2025‑26, with a public hearing set for June 3, 2025.
• Authorize a grant consulting services agreement with Blais & Associates for up to $50,000.

The Lomita City Council adopted a resolution to levy assessments for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 and set a public hearing for June 3, 2025. It also approved a policy for proactive inspections of multi‑family residential units and several contracts for streetscape enhancements. Additional actions included adopting Ordinance 873 on the city seal, setting the National Night Out date, and authorizing professional and interim lease agreements. All motions passed unanimously.

• Adopted Resolution 2025-13 to levy assessments for Landscape Maintenance District No.1 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-12 establishing policy for proactive multi‑family residential inspections (5-0)
• Approved streetscape contracts: $29,228 with Shariden Design Asphalt and $37,375 with David Volz Design (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 873 amending city seal, logos, and insignias (5-0)
• Approved National Night Out on August 5 at Lomita Park (5-0)
• Authorized professional services agreement with B&A for grant consulting up to $50,000 (5-0)
• Approved interim lease and conveyance for Defense Fuel Support Point San Pedro (Navy Fields) up to $45,170 plus $35,350 fee (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 872 amending CALPERS contract to remove cost sharing (5-0)

Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting

The Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to approve minutes from March 2025 and vote on preferred options for pickleball enhancements at Lomita Park. The agenda also includes discussions on off-site excursions, facility programming, and staff updates.

• Approval of March 25, 2025 minutes
• Vote on preferred pickleball enhancements at Lomita Park
• Discussion on off-site excursion offerings
• Discussion of facility programming and space utilization
• Commissioners to attend City Council meetings on May 6 and May 20

The commission approved the March 25, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. It also passed a motion to present the preferred option of converting one tennis court at Lomita Park into two pickleball courts to the City Council, again by a 4‑0 vote. Commissioners unanimously agreed to explore bringing senior off‑site excursion activities back to Lomita. No other motions were denied or tabled.

• Approved March 25, 2025 minutes (4-0, Danielson absent)
• Recommended pickleball conversion to City Council (4-0, Danielson absent)
• Agreed to explore senior off‑site excursion logistics (unanimous)
• Chair adjourned meeting at 7:14 p.m.

Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission Meeting

The Public Safety and Traffic Commission will vote to select its chair and vice-chair for the 2025-2026 term. It will also consider approval of the minutes from the February 19, 2025 meeting. Several informational items will be presented, including an update on the “Follow Me, I’m Gang and Drug Free” walk, sheriff department updates, and staff updates. The meeting concludes with other commissioner business and adjournment.

• Selection of chair and vice chair for 2025-2026 term
• Approval of minutes from February 19, 2025
• Update on “Follow Me, I’m Gang and Drug Free” walk (informational)
• Sheriff department updates (informational)
• Staff updates (informational)

The commission voted to postpone the selection of chair and vice‑chair for 2025‑2026 until the next meeting. The motion passed unanimously with three votes in favor and no opposition. The commission also approved the minutes from the February 19, 2025 meeting by the same vote. No other formal actions were taken.

• Postponed selection of chair and vice chair for 2025‑2026 (3‑0)
• Approved minutes of February 19, 2025 (3‑0)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss implementing a ten-vehicle lease program with Enterprise Fleet Management and amending a contract with CalPERS regarding cost sharing for executive management. The body will also consider a residential subdivision at 2418 253rd Street and emergency water facility repairs.

• Appropriation of $260,447 from the Water Capital Fund for Cypress Water Production Facility repairs
• Approval of Final Tract Map No. 83968 for nine single-family residential lots at 2418 253rd Street
• Proposed Master Equity Lease Agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management for ten vehicles
• Ordinance No. 873 regarding the official city seal, logos, and insignias
• Resolution No. 2025-08 for Measure M transportation and mobility improvements

The Lomita City Council authorized the City Manager to execute a contract with the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority for the Measure M Transportation System and Mobility Improvements Program, securing $6.6 million for road enhancements. It also approved $260,447 for emergency upgrades at the Cypress Water Production Facility, adopted a final tract map to subdivide a lot at 2418 253rd Street, renewed the General Services Agreement with Los Angeles County, and authorized a vehicle lease program with Enterprise Fleet Management. Additionally, the council approved a resolution of intent to amend the CalPERS contract to remove cost‑share for certain employees. All actions were approved unanimously (4‑0) with Councilmember Uphoff absent.

• Approved Measure M transportation contract ($6.6 M) (4‑0)
• Authorized $260,447 emergency purchase for Cypress Water Facility (4‑0)
• Adopted Final Tract Map No. 83968 for 2418 253rd St subdivision (4‑0)
• Renewed General Services Agreement with Los Angeles County (4‑0)
• Approved Vehicle Lease and Replacement Program with Enterprise Fleet Management (4‑0)
• Approved resolution of intent to amend CalPERS contract (4‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items 7a‑j and 7l‑p; item 7k pulled (4‑0)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The Lomita City Council will consider several consent‑agenda items, including an EPA non‑discrimination grievance policy, a public‑health services contract with Los Angeles County, and a zoning text amendment. It will also appropriate additional funds for the 247th Street Area Water Main Replacement Project, bringing the project total to up to $2,916,436. Finally, the Council will adopt a resolution directing the Public Works Director to prepare an engineer’s report for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1.

• Adopt Resolution 2025‑06 approving EPA Title 40 non‑discrimination grievance procedure policy
• Authorize execution of a public health services contract with Los Angeles County Department of Public Health effective through June 30, 2029
• Adopt Ordinance No. 871 amending zoning definitions and commercial development standards (CEQA exempt)
• Appropriate an additional $930,517 (plus 20% contingency $486,073) for the 247th Street Water Main Replacement Project, total not to exceed $2,916,436
• Adopt Resolution 2025‑07 directing the Public Works Director to prepare the Engineer’s Report for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1

The council approved the Consent Agenda, adopting an EPA non‑discrimination grievance policy, authorizing a public health services contract with Los Angeles County, and adopting a zoning amendment ordinance. They also approved an additional $930,517 for the 247th Street Area Water Main Replacement Project, bringing the total project budget to $2,916,436. The council adopted a resolution directing the Public Works Director to prepare an engineer’s report for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1.

• Approved Consent Agenda items a‑e (all councilmembers voted aye)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑06 approving EPA non‑discrimination grievance policy (all councilmembers voted aye)
• Authorized public health services contract with Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (all councilmembers voted aye)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 871 amending zoning definitions and commercial standards, CEQA exempt (all councilmembers voted aye)
• Approved additional $930,517 funding for 247th Street water main replacement, total project budget $2,916,436 (all councilmembers voted aye)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑07 directing Public Works Director to prepare Engineer’s Report for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 (all councilmembers voted aye)

Lomita Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Lomita Housing Authority will consider approving the minutes from its February 4, 2025 meeting and the financial documents for Lomita Manor for January and February 2025. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at 5:45 p.m. at Lomita City Hall.

• Approve minutes from February 4, 2025 meeting
• Approve Lomita Manor January – February 2025 financial documents
• Receive and file Lomita Manor February and March monthly activity reports

The Authority approved the February 4, 2025 meeting minutes, the January‑February 2025 financial reports for Lomita Manor, and received and filed the February and March activity reports. All items were approved by a unanimous vote of seven commissioners. No public hearings were scheduled, and the meeting adjourned at 5:49 p.m.

• Approved February 4, 2025 meeting minutes (7‑0)
• Approved Lomita Manor Jan‑Feb 2025 financial reports (7‑0)
• Received and filed Lomita Manor Feb‑Mar activity reports (7‑0)

Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider the Port of Los Angeles waterfront red railcar loan and choose a preferred option to forward to City Council. It will also discuss National Night Out 2025 and a Hoedown event, both without staff reports. The meeting includes routine items such as selecting new chair and vice‑chair, approving minutes, and staff updates.

• Discussion of Port of Los Angeles waterfront red railcar loan – commission to select preferred option for City Council
• Discussion of National Night Out 2025 (no staff report)
• Discussion of the Hoedown event (no staff report)
• Selection of chair and vice‑chair for 2025‑2026
• Approval of February 25, 2025 minutes

The Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission re‑selected its Chair and Vice‑Chair. It approved the February 25, 2025 minutes and voted to forward proposals for a red‑railcar at the museum, a National Night Out event on August 7, 2025, and a Hoedown event to the City Council.

• Re‑selected Chair Graf and Vice‑Chair Torrente (ayes: Danielson, De Leon Allred, Torrente, Tamer, Graf; noes: none)
• Approved February 25, 2025 minutes (ayes: De Leon Allred, Tamer, Torrente, Graf; noes: none; abstain: Danielson)
• Approved presenting preferred red‑railcar option to City Council (ayes: Danielson, De Leon Allred, Torrente, Tamer, Graf; noes: none)
• Approved presenting National Night Out option (Aug 7, 2025) to City Council (ayes: Danielson, De Leon Allred, Tamer, Torrente, Graf; noes: none)
• Approved presenting interest in hosting Hoedown event to City Council (ayes: Danielson, De Leon Allred, Tamer, Torrente, Graf; noes: none)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss zoning text amendments regarding commercial land uses and development standards for in-house cleanup. The body will also consider contracts for sewer management and road repairs.

• Public hearing for Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-01 and Urgency Ordinance No. 870U
• Change order for Excel Paving for Lomita Boulevard repair not to exceed $437,360
• Professional Services Agreement with Psomas for Sewer System Management Plan 2025 not to exceed $39,273
• Presentation on housing focused case management by South Bay Cities Council of Governments
• Discussion on park and sewer development impact fees

Lomita Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss two zoning text amendments regarding commercial land uses. The body will also select its Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2025–2026 term.

• Zoning Text Amendment No. 2024-08: Proposal to allow laboratory and office uses on the first floor in the Downtown Commercial Zone at 24309 Narbonne Avenue
• Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-01: Proposed updates to Lomita Municipal Code definitions, commercial land uses, and development standards
• Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2025–2026
• Approval of January 13, 2025, meeting minutes

Lomita City Council Special Meeting Goal Setting Workshop

The Lomita City Council will hold a team-building and goal-setting workshop presented by City Manager Andrew Vialpando. Council members will review and discuss their goals for the upcoming period. No formal actions or decisions are scheduled, only discussion.

• City Council team-building and goal-setting workshop presented by City Manager Andrew Vialpando – review and discuss council goals

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The Lomita City Council will conduct interviews with candidates to fill one vacant seat on the Parks and Recreation Commission. The term for the seat runs until June 2028. The council will schedule a future meeting to consider nominations and a possible appointment.

• Interview applicants for the vacant Parks and Recreation Commission seat (term ends June 2028)

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The Lomita City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes routine items such as waiving full reading of ordinances, approving February meeting minutes, and approving a change order for an Automatic Transfer Switch at the Appian Way Pressure Reducing and Pump Station. The council will also discuss and adopt Resolution 2025-05 to start amending the CalPERS contract to remove cost sharing for the Unrepresented Executive Management Group. Additionally, council members will consider appointing a new commissioner to the Parks and Recreation Commission with a term ending in June 2028. No public hearings or presentations are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approve change order for Automatic Transfer Switch at Appian Way Pressure Reducing and Pump Station ($72,746.40 plus 15% contingency, total not to exceed $83,658.40)
• Approve minutes of the regular and special City Council meetings of February 4, 2025
• Approve warrants/payroll register
• Adopt Resolution No. 2025-05 to initiate amendment of the CalPERS contract cost‑sharing
• Appoint a commissioner to the Parks and Recreation Commission (term ends June 2028)

Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission

The Lomita Parks and Recreation Commission will consider and vote on the recommended approval of pickleball programming enhancements at Lomita Park. The meeting also includes discussion of a mural installation at Lomita Park, selection of dates for a home decorating contest, and staff updates. Commissioners will note upcoming attendance at City Council meetings on March 4 and March 18, 2025.

• Discussion of mural installation at Lomita Park (no staff report)
• Approval of pickleball programming enhancements at Lomita Park
• Discussion and selection of home decorating contest dates (no staff report)
• Staff updates
• Commissioners to attend City Council meetings on March 4 and March 18, 2025

Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission Meeting

The Public Safety and Traffic Commission will meet to discuss the “Follow Me, I’m Gang and Drug Free” walk. The body will also receive informational updates from the Sheriff Department and city staff.

• Discussion of “Follow Me, I’m Gang and Drug Free” walk
• Sheriff Department updates
• Staff updates
• Approval of December 18, 2024 minutes

Community Development Advisory Board Meeting

The Community Development Advisory Board will hold a public hearing to discuss and consider adopting the proposed roster for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

• Public hearing on the proposed Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs roster for FY 2025-2026

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider the adoption of Ordinance No. 869 regarding unlawful camping and storage of personal property on public property. The body will also discuss the 2025 special events schedule.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 869 addressing unlawful camping and storage of personal property on public property
• Approval of the 2025 Special Events schedule
• Proposed permission for alcohol consumption on City-owned properties for five organized City events
• Presentation by LAUSD Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho and District 7 Board Member Tanya Ortiz-Franklin

Lomita City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting to enter a closed session. The body will meet with legal counsel to decide whether to initiate one case of litigation.

• Closed session regarding the initiation of one potential litigation case

Lomita Housing Authority Regular Meeting

The Lomita Housing Authority will consider a consent agenda that includes approving the December 3, 2024 meeting minutes, the November‑December 2024 financial documents for Lomita Manor, and receiving the January activity report for Lomita Manor. No public hearings are scheduled. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Approve Regular Housing Authority Minutes of December 3, 2024
• Approve Lomita Manor November–December 2024 financial documents
• Receive and file Lomita Manor January Monthly Activity Report

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The Lomita City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance that adds Chapter 17, “Unlawful Camping,” to the Public Safety title of the municipal code. If approved, the ordinance will be introduced on first reading and scheduled for a second reading at the February 18 meeting. The Council will also consider routine consent‑agenda items, including a contract with Willdan Engineering Services for city engineer services at up to $137,500 per year.

• Approve waiver of full reading of ordinances (title‑only reading)
• Approve minutes from December 3 and December 17, 2024 council meetings
• Authorize agreement with Willdan Engineering Services for city engineer services, up to $137,500 per year for three years
• SB1383 organic waste collection presentation by Athens Services (information only)
• Public hearing on ordinance to add “Unlawful Camping” chapter to municipal code

Lomita Parks & Recreation Commission

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The commission will review minutes from November 26, 2024, and receive staff updates.

• Approval of November 26, 2024 minutes
• Staff updates
• City Council meeting attendance for February 4 and February 18, 2025

Lomita City Council Regular Meeting

The Lomita City Council will consider a range of routine and special items, including amendments to employee compensation, a zoning text amendment, and several service contracts. It will discuss and vote on a $230,000 appropriation for Downtown Lomita streetscape enhancements, a travel policy resolution, and the appointment of an ad‑hoc Red Car committee. Additional items include a parking time‑limit installation on Pennsylvania Avenue and emergency sidewalk repair funding.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 868 amending zoning definitions and residential development standards
• Approve a professional services agreement with FM3 up to $33,250 for a community priority survey
• Install a two‑hour parking time limit (9 a.m.–7 p.m.) on 25600‑25616 Pennsylvania Avenue
• Approve up to $5,000 for emergency sidewalk repair with Rojas Construction
• Approve $230,000 from the General Fund for Downtown Lomita streetscape upgrades

Lomita Planning Commission

The Lomita Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a conditional use permit for a restaurant at 1963 Pacific Coast Highway to sell beer and wine on-site. The meeting will also include the approval of the November 12, 2024, meeting minutes and oral communications.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit No. 330 for alcohol sales at 1963 Pacific Coast Highway
• Approval of November 12, 2024, Planning Commission minutes
• Oral communications from the public
• Discussion of upcoming City Council actions and developments
• Staff announcements and commissioner attendance at City Council meetings